What Happens at the End of Tomb Making Notes?

This film tells the story of the Republic of China period. Qifan, a descendant of a family of tomb builders, possesses the skill but has no opportunity to use it. He refuses to engage in grave robbing, even when his uncle Lao Hu, who makes a living through deceit and trickery, tries to persuade him to use his tomb-building abilities for treasure hunting. However, fate takes an unexpected turn when Qifan inadvertently reveals his identity and attracts the attention of bandits, forcing him to enter a tomb. Along the way, Qifan does everything in his power to prevent the bandits from looting treasures. The group initially enters the tomb of the martial arts master Guo Dingfeng for financial gain but stumbles upon an even bigger secret.

the director's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Yang Tingdong's journey. Qifan, a descendant of a family of tomb builders, possesses the skill but has no opportunity to use it.

How Does Yang Tingdong's Story End?

• Yang Tingdong: Yang Tingdong's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Qinniu Zhengwei: Qinniu Zhengwei's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Zhou Zhanchi: Zhou Zhanchi's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Tomb Making Notes Mean?

The ending of Tomb Making Notes brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Yang Tingdong's story may not satisfy all audiences.