Ice City: Harbin - A TikTok City Film Exploring Mobile Storytelling Across Platforms

This thesis investigates the innovative potential of mobile storytelling, exemplified through a TikTok-based documentary project. It demonstrates the feasibility of producing a documentary entirely on a mobile device, creating an interactive viewing experience. The research introduces the 'i-City Film' as a new sub-genre in Chinese cinema, leveraging smartphone technology to reimagine city film narratives for the digital age. This work not only contribute to the field of mobile cinema but also offers insights into the evolving landscape of digital storytelling, underscoring the potential of short-form video platforms in cinematic expression.