If you look at the character for elephant, one might see a representation of the elephant with a long trunk, four legs and a tail. This is why Chinese is known as a "pictographic" language.
Dashan is the Chinese stage name adopted by Canadian Mark Henry Rowswell. Dashan is unique in that he is the only foreigner who has become a domestic Chinese celebrity. In this video, he performs Xiangsheng (相声), a form of Chinese comedy. Xiangsheng is commonly translated as "cross talk."
This film reveals some negative phenomena in our society. How should we treat our parents when they grow old? What do they really need? Is it just money, or loved ones to spend time with them?
A very touching film with a sadly beautiful score and important message: You can't turn back time. Please cherish the people you love because you can't make up for it when it's gone.