The Chinese Beaver meme features a CGI beaver character parodying the iconic actor Chow Yun-fat from the classic Hong Kong action film 'A Better Tomorrow.' Specifically, it recreates the dramatic scene where the character Mark Lee delivers a powerful monologue about his lost pride and his refusal to be stepped on anymore. The clip gained massive popularity on platforms like TikTok and YouTube in late 2023, frequently paired with the song 'Way Down We Go' by KALEO. It is primarily used to represent 'hard' or stoic moments, serving as a humorous yet strangely inspiring reaction to regaining one's status or facing a challenge with unwavering confidence.