This play does not show the Great Wall, for the Great Wall is a mere context. This play does not judge morality, for dwelling on humanity affords more clarity. This play does not force the issue of despotism and slavery, for it goes straight to the heart of the power. When the play admonishes the tyrant, we deride the lure of power. We do not see Lady Meng Jiang bring down the Great Wall with her tears here, but in her heart, the Great Wall will fall. This play does not explain the reasons for love, yet allows pure love to rule. This play is adapted from a popular Chinese folklore, but it has already departed from the original story. This may appear to be a story about power and love, but it really is a tacit tale of human fraility. This is a Great Wall story with no Great Wall in it, yet it transcends time and history.
The purity of love is the most magnificent thing in the world; such that even the most wretched human desires will become insignificant in its face.