Within ‘Dear You’ lies the profound emotional resonance shared by all Chinese: Global Times editorial
2026-05-22 09:50 环球时报网英文版
A shared language and common ancestry are not only a source of nostalgia but also a bond of national identity. Rich in Chaoshan dialect and cultural traditions, this film has struck a deep chord among compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Straits, while also awakening a profound sense of belonging and cultural identity in countless overseas Chinese hearts. The word "Grandma," spoken in the local accent, is a living testament to the common roots shared by people on both sides of the Straits. The phrase "One must be compassionate and righteous" reflects the enduring cultural and ethnic spirit that unites them. This heartwarming film, which does not directly reflect the topic of cross-Straits relations, somehow made some "pro-independence forces" in Taiwan to call it "united front work." This proves that it is the simplest kinship and familiar accents that awakened the Taiwan residents" natural identification with Chinese culture. The many similarities in language and customs between the Chaoshan region and Taiwan offer irrefutable proof that people on both sides belong to one family - and that their blood ties have never been broken.




