After losing her parents in an earthquake, little Jiaying found warmth once more in the love of her adoptive grandmother. But when she learned that Grandma had terminal cancer—and that death comes for everyone—her world shattered. Inspired by the classical Chinese fairy tale The Adventures of the Monkey King, in which there exists a mythical “Forever Fruit” that grants those who eat it a lifespan of 4,700 years, she made up her mind.
With childlike determination, she packed her tiny backpack and set off on a journey to find the legendary fruit, determined to rewrite destiny and keep Grandma by her side forever.

Long Synopsis: Original Language

Director Biofilmography
Yunchang Zheng

“How do we find the courage to keep moving forward after realizing that all things must die in this world?”
This poignant story explores the universal human struggle with mortality through the eyes of a child. When Jiaying learns that death is inevitable—not just for her grandmother, but for everyone—she is forced to confront the fragility of life. Yet, instead of surrendering to despair, she channels her grief into a fantastical quest, embodying the resilience of the human spirit.
The film ultimately suggests that the answer lies not in escaping death, but in embracing the love and connections that make life meaningful. Jiaying’s journey—driven by devotion, imagination, and stubborn hope—becomes a testament to the enduring power of the heart, even in the face of the inevitable.
A meditation on loss, love, and the quiet bravery of moving forward.

Credits
Category:  Fiction 
Genre:  Children  Melodrama 
Theme:  Childhood  Country Life  Educational  Mental health  Old Age  Philosophy  Women 
Recommended Age:  All ages
Budget:  500000 USD  Debut film

Cast & Crew
Director: Yunchang Zheng
Producer: Zhu Yu
Production Company Beijing Sunlight Image Co.ltd
Lead actor / actress: Li Yiqing
Lead actor / actress: Cao Yang
Costume designer: Liu Yimu
Director of photography: Li Yong
Art director: Zhang Zuofeng