This study is like a mirror reflecting the yearning and confusion of today’s young people for the American Dream. They still yearn for wealth and happiness, yet deeply suspect the possibility of achieving this dream. Economic challenges have become the stumbling blocks on their path, with those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds feeling this the most. They long for security, yet feel the cards are stacked against them, as if the rules of the system have been set up to ensnare them. The topic of ‘class consciousness’ has gone viral on social media, as if a protest in their hearts. The true meaning of the American Dream seems to be changing subtly, with health and stability becoming their new pursuit. When asked how to redefine the American Dream, they hope to see reality reflected on the screen, not the glamorous, effortless illusions often depicted.