The market has been pretty dull these days, with no standout projects worth diving into. I took some time to bring my family to see a movie that many recommended (The Letter to Grandma), and so far, it seems to be the most touching film I've seen in 2026.

In the first few minutes, the shots are interspersed with memories and reality, and it's in the Chaoshan dialect, which I found quite hard to understand at first. But as I kept watching, it became more engaging, and I felt like this is a must-watch film in 2026, especially worth bringing the family to see.

The male lead in the film, Zheng Musheng, has no money, no education, and never lived a good day, dying in his thirties in a foreign sea. The female lead, Xie Nanzhi, after meeting Zheng Musheng, is moved by his dedication and loyalty. Out of gratitude, she chooses not to marry, not to build her own family, but instead adopts a child. She never lived a day for herself, yet wrote 18 years' worth of letters to the deceased Zheng Musheng. The female lead, Lin Shuru, separated from her husband, raising three kids alone without help, with no complaints, until her hair turned white.

But they all share the most precious feelings: Zheng Musheng has a family in his heart, Xie Nanzhi has gratitude, and Shuru has resilience. This is what supported them throughout their lives. In contrast, we are well-fed and warm, living in a time of peace without the need to escape, yet many people feel empty inside.

Think about it, as parents, how long has it been since we played with our kids? As children, how long has it been since we called our parents? As husbands and wives, how long has it been since we had a heart-to-heart with our partners?

In today's restless society, how many people can guard a home day in and day out for decades without complaint? And how many can always be grateful for the help they receive from others?

At the end of the movie, the grandmother says we should be people of feelings and loyalty. I found that phrase really impactful. For instance, when you enter a new industry, if a friend brings you in, he is your guide. No matter how high you fly in the future, he will always be your benefactor, deserving of your respect and gratitude, and that path will only get wider. If you're calculating and even burn bridges, you'll become a heartless person, and that path will only get narrower, ultimately leading to self-destruction.