The Heart Reviews

The overall quality of the film far exceeds expectations. Firstly, the casting is extremely precise, with Zhao You Ting portraying the icy demeanor and Jin Shi Jia playing the youthful character, both of which are suitable. Secondly, the editing is sharp, with just a few shots effectively conveying the characters' personalities and relationships.
It turns out that domestic teams can also produce well-executed medical dramas. Thirdly, it is highly realistic, capturing the aged and chaotic atmosphere of a real hospital. Fourthly, the dramatic conflicts are strong and well-addressed.
The two words "Worthy of Conscience" behind are indeed thought-provoking. Should doctors remain detached from life and death, always maintaining extreme rationality and respect for medical expertise? Or should they constantly empathize with patients, using emotions to heal?
This drama presents the dilemmas and conflicts between professional medical ethics and human relationships. Personally, I believe it reaches a level that most medical dramas fail to achieve and deserves a rating of 8 or above.

The highly anticipated industry drama of the year, has a tight pace. In the first few episodes, each one focuses on a surgery without any messy romantic plotlines. The two male leads, one being mature and steady, and the other a genius, have well-defined characterizations, and the actors have captured their respective traits effectively.
The emphasis on different medical cases is also well done, skipping over the typical elderly cases and instead highlighting the issue of young people experiencing heart problems due to work-related stress and lack of sleep, which resonates with the current situation.
While television dramas aim to portray truth, goodness, and beauty and can be idealized to some extent, in terms of professional expertise, authenticity, story development, characterizations, narrative, and acting, this is a highly accomplished series.

The most disliked aspect of medical dramas is already evident in the first episode: the protagonist doctor is incredibly skilled and outstanding. They happen to come across a patient on the roadside, but the patient believes they're not sick and complains about the cost of the examination.
The patient leaves against medical advice, only to have their condition worsen and die in the hospital they were previously examined at. The patient's family members, self-righteously, turn around and blame the diagnosing doctor, leading to self-blame.
The inexperienced doctor reprimands the diagnosing doctor, while the compassionate doctor provides comfort to the agitated patient's family members... Is this really all there is to it? I haven't had enough of this kind of storyline yet?

The moment when Zhou Xiao Feng watched Fang Zhu Qing perform surgery is their true reconciliation. In that moment, he understood the long journey his mother had taken to reach her current position.
Performing surgery on a 3-millimeter heart in the mother's womb requires top-level precision, experience, and professional expertise. If Fang Zhu Qing had stayed in that household in the past, she would have been just Zhou Xiao Feng's mother.
But in this moment, Fang Zhu Qing is a professor, a medical authority, a senior whom Zhou Xiao Feng seeks to learn from, and finally, she is his mother. (The supporting roles in this drama are brilliantly cast, and Fang Qing Zhuo deserves the award for Best Supporting Actress!
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An incredibly well-crafted Chinese drama! It's rare for me to be moved by the plot of a TV series, but this one repeatedly touched me. The scenes of Lin Yi lying alone in the dark operating room, Zhou Xiao Feng crying after tasting a piece of candy from Aunt Yang in the car, and the seamless transitions between "Me and Di Tan" were all powerful moments.
Jin Shi Jia's performance is flawless, and all three main characters are impressive. The choice of the director is truly commendable. I couldn't fully grasp Zhao You Ting's talent before, but this role perfectly showcases his personality traits.
This drama is incredibly sincere. The development of characters, their personalities, and the impact on each other are portrayed in a rich and compelling manner, without dragging on. The dialogues and script are excellent, accurately depicting the depth and complexity of these two individuals.
To those who say it's unrealistic, what else can Chinese medical dramas focus on if not doctor-patient relationships and medical ethics? Are we supposed to expect stories about pharmaceutical representatives or the gray areas of the healthcare system?
They wouldn't even be allowed to air.

Episodes 12 and 13 can be considered divine. The team leader, lead surgeon, first assistant, second assistant, primary anesthetist, assistant anesthetist, extracorporeal support, Xun Hui Hu Shi, Qi Xie Hu Shi, the portrayal of patients, and the ensemble of patients' family members were all portrayed vividly and perfectly.
Each person's choices and efforts were indispensable in winning the battle where everything, from timing to location, was at its most disadvantageous state. The cautious yet open-minded attitude of the patients' family members and their ultimate unconditional trust can be seen as another crucial factor outside the cooperation of the surgical team.
These two episodes also clearly demonstrate that goodwill, trust, understanding, cooperation, tolerance (and the systems that protect and promote them), rather than their opposites, are the true forces behind the continuity and ongoing development of human civilization.
Only through these can each individual spontaneously and fully unleash their potential, benefit one another, and achieve the greatest happiness for both the individual and society as a whole.

It feels like a positive theme, and I hope Lin Yi can grow later on. He's a young and ambitious doctor, skilled in his profession, but burdened by past failures and unwilling to experience death again. The line "May you live a hundred years" is something I really like.
It's a heartfelt wish from a doctor. Zhou Xiao Feng, on the other hand, is an experienced and conservative doctor with unique insights. He quietly helps with what he believes is right, without needing recognition.
It's great to see them learning from each other, being tolerant, and making progress together. It reminds me of a quote I saw before: "Without us, who will maintain social stability? With us, the younger generation can move forward without worries." (I hope the ending is like this >.<) The doctors in the cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery departments are all dedicated and have kept their original intentions despite working for so long.
Healthcare professionals truly deserve respect and admiration.

Why do medical Cdramas always rely on doctors engaging in unauthorized operations to portray their uniqueness? Does someone have to die if they don't break the rules?
They're not newcomers, and a character who is a deputy director and has performed numerous surgeries would not jeopardize their own future and the life or death of a patient by engaging in unauthorized practices, right?

Furthermore, speaking of the plot, the focus of medical dramas should be on the illnesses, not the personal family dramas! Why would I want to watch medical dramas that involve couples facing great difficulties separately, lacking money for medical treatment, long-standing conflicts between parents and daughters, and no contact even when they're near death?
There are plenty of idol dramas and family dramas with such storylines.

Kindness touches people's hearts. The title of this series is really well chosen. It's truly captivating, with a well-paced plot that feels close to reality. The dialogue is thoughtful, and the actors' performances are excellent.
Zhao You Ting really knows how to pick scripts and never takes on roles that are annoying or dislikeable. Mao Xiao Tong is a little sun, a little angel, a little bundle of joy. I absolutely adore her.
Jin Shi Jia was incredibly annoying at first, with his arrogant and self-centered genius attitude in an environment like a hospital that emphasizes teamwork. Especially his irritating body movements and expressions (although sometimes his expressions have a touch of foolishness for some reason, haha).
But after watching over 10 episodes, I've seen Lin Yi, this talented young doctor, gradually become aware of his own issues and continue to grow (a big thanks to his beloved person: Big Brother, Xiao Ran).
Both doctors and patients have their own stories and heal each other. It really gives me the feeling that it gets better and better the more you watch it.

I've been experiencing a drama drought for a long time, so even though there are still many flaws and the drama hasn't finished airing, I can still give it a five-star rating in anticipation of the upcoming plot, considering the overall environment!

Lin Yi's character design is a bit over the top, and for some reason, Jin Shi Jia seems to play various parallel versions of Lu Zhanbo in everything he acts in. I really like the sibling duo Fang Xiao Ran and Zhou Xiao Feng!
Fang Xiao Ran, with her high emotional intelligence, makes me feel like anyone who gets close to her will become happy! Zhou Xiao Feng is truly "beautiful" and pitiful. I hope her sister and Chen Yue can heal him!

The ensemble cast of this drama is also good, from the leaders to the resident doctors. I've remembered the names of those who have been mentioned. The cinematography is also very true to life, depicting the appearance of public hospitals nowadays.
Everyone's acting is great (especially Zhao You Ting; my impression of her has changed significantly). Even the patients who appear in a few scenes are portrayed realistically without breaking the immersion.
I hope the quality can be maintained in the upcoming episodes!

By the way, I absolutely love the storyline of the sharp-tongued, quick-tempered genius involuntarily falling in love with the sunny and sweet girl!
The pair of the intelligent and independent Lv Shi and the silently broken-hearted doctor is also great for some delightful moments. Hehe.

I've been wanting to watch it ever since I saw it circulating online because of Jin Shi Jia. He's really well-suited for this role, and his appearance is so attractive that fans are satisfied. Zhao You Ting's acting is also good.
But to be honest, I'm not a big fan of medical dramas in China. Who knows, they are too idealistic and formulaic, which can come across as contrived. There were still moments that made me cry, but the development of Lin and Fang's relationship felt inexplicable.
It suddenly went from nothing to life-and-death situations, making it hard to relate. I really don't understand why Lin Yi would refuse Fang Xiao Ran when he himself might have received a diagnosis. It felt like they were just aiming for unnecessary melodrama in the end.

Two stars, given to a series of actors including Director Zhou, Doctor Fang, and the hospital director. Deducting three stars for the screenwriter and Lin Yi. It's been a long time since I last wrote a drama review, but I really can't tolerate this one.
I'm not a fan of TV dramas to begin with, and it's rare for me to come across one that interests me. After watching three episodes, I found Lin Yi's character so annoying that I wanted to drop the series.
Later, I thought, well, maybe they'll mature a bit and show some growth, and I can accept that. So I persevered and watched until the seventh episode. I really don't understand those who say Lin Yi is a good doctor.
Let's talk about Zhang's surgery. It was a stroke of luck. What if they didn't have that luck? Would there have been complications? From the patient's perspective, I appreciate the intention to save me, but the premise is that I didn't know there could have been a more reliable approach.
From the perspective of a colleague, has Lin Yi ever considered that if something goes wrong, it won't be just them, an inexperienced hothead, who bears the responsibility?
Is it enough to say, "I take full responsibility"? Everyone in the operating room would be affected, and all the doctors in the hospital would be implicated, all because of one person's recklessness.
People say Han Xiao is irritable, but honestly, I've never seen anyone more irritable than Lin Yi. It's really unfortunate to have a colleague like that. I'm dropping it.

I absolutely love Director Xiaofeng! He's truly a very, very good person. However, based on the typical plot of mainland Chinese dramas, it's likely that in the end, his redemption and acceptance would come from his younger sister who grew up in a honey trap, abandoning their own mother.
Who has considered Director Xiaofeng's pain? I hope the writers understand that strength in tragedy can be beautiful. PS: If you want to see the real-life of medical professionals, watch documentaries.
Why would you rely on TV dramas? This drama is already much better than other medical dramas out there.

I'm currently on episode 20, and it's really good. I started watching this drama because of Mao Xiao Tong, and I have to say, her choice of scripts is spot-on. Plus, she's truly talented. She's such a sweet girl, and I love how well the role suits her!
I can accept Lin Yi's temperament because he's genuinely a genius. Although he lacks social skills, I can understand that, and he's actually kind-hearted. The chemistry between Jin Shi Jia and Mao Xiao Tong is so strong, they're a great match!
Zhao You Ting's performance is also quite impressive. However, I find the Lv Shi storyline annoying and unnecessary. Overall, I really love it. It's very enjoyable to watch. I don't know much about medicine, but I always feel nervous during the surgeries.
The casting for these three characters is fantastic. The director has a good eye!

There is no perfect doctor. For example, Dr. Bai is obsessed with fame and fortune, and even jokes about patients' lives. The hospital system is also hierarchical.

However, like all dramas centered around professions, this show idealizes the medical profession.
The portrayal of doctors is always positive, and the communication between doctors, patients, and their families is harmonious.

When I heard Lin Yi say that doctors cannot give up before the patients do, and that they give their all to save patients, mobilizing various departments in the hospital for consultations and treatment, it really moved me to tears.
Why is it that in reality, doctors often say, "There's nothing more we can do, take them home"? "There's nothing more we can do"... How many hopes have been shattered, with no possibility of resolution.

The best Chinese medical drama I've ever seen! I used to think that the best medical dramas were those few Japanese dramas, with their impeccable plot, professionalism, human character analysis, and pacing. However, this drama showed me that it not only surpasses those aspects but also explores some gray areas, such as the unique Chinese hospital system and the doctor-patient (including family) relationships with Chinese characteristics.
The characters are also well-rounded, no longer just the story of an all-powerful genius. It's truly a fantastic drama, and you can tell that a lot of effort was put into it!

As a doctor myself, it's the first time I've come across a medical drama that I don't have to watch while constantly making sarcastic comments. Just for its rare level of professionalism, I'm willing to give it a high rating.
Moreover, the acting skills of the main cast are good. Although the abundance of critical cases for the sake of plot conflicts is somewhat exaggerated, one must remember that it's a drama and can be understood as such.
The characterization of the protagonist is well done and manages to evoke the passion I felt when I first entered the medical profession.

I have seen the meaning of life on another level, where life is fragile yet resilient, bearing heavy burdens while carrying new hopes.

My favorite portrayals are Qiang Wei and Aunt Yang. When a person finds something to hold onto in the midst of despair, they can see the beauty of life again.
Strangers without blood ties become the hardest part to let go of in each other's final moments.

And then there's Cai Yun and Dr. Qu, where Cai Yun persists in treating congenital heart disease, bravely and diligently living her life.
Dr. Qu, unrelated by blood, goes above and beyond to help. They both exemplify cherishing life.

We must venture into the unknown to see new scenery." The courage of life allows us to see more landscapes.

The drama is so, so, so good-looking! First of all, this is one of the few medical dramas in China that is very realistic and professional. Many medical professionals are watching this drama, and it has received many positive reviews, with people saying it's very authentic.

It touches on the conflicts between doctors and patients, the personal growth of doctors, the impact of illness on a family, the importance of teamwork, the influence of one's family of origin on their personality, and so on.
At the beginning, you might feel a bit repulsed by the character Lin Yi, but who wouldn't like him after watching thirteen episodes? He is sincere, kind, cute, and easy to please.
He reflects on his mistakes, admits them, and takes responsibility. Especially his sincere wishes for each patient's "speedy recovery" after their surgeries, it really brings tears to your eyes.

I hope it doesn't have a disappointing ending and continues with different patients' stories like episodic dramas. That would be great. (I thought two episodes a day would be enough for me, but I realized it's not.
The timing of the episodes is just right, and for the first time, I hope they release some episodes in advance...)

Not bad at all! You've become a fan of Jin Shi Jia, such an adorable character! Fang Xiao Ran in the drama is truly a warm-hearted person, who wouldn't love them! Zhao You Ting's acting is also fantastic, portraying the character exceptionally well.
However, I really can't comprehend Professor Fang's romantic storyline. It's hard to understand why a dedicated and composed medical expert, who regards their career as their life, would pursue a significantly younger boyfriend after going through divorce and widowhood.
Please forgive me for not having a romantic mindset and lacking imagination. I genuinely can't grasp the meaning behind the writer's arrangement in this case.

Surprisingly, it's a decent medical drama. I initially thought the female lead would be the male lead's sister with no romantic storyline, but unexpectedly, there is a supporting female character. The supporting male character was initially very annoying, but as the plot progressed, he seemed to be changing little by little.
The diseases and stories of several medical cases are quite interesting. However, in the latest two episodes, I feel that the head nurse's behavior is not quite convincing. It's realistic and cruel, but I don't think this kind of content is suitable for creating a self-inspiring effect.
Firstly, she has connections, which is why so many people step forward to help her by finding connections and the best authoritative doctors. This is a treatment that ordinary people don't have. Doctors usually give you two options to choose from, so I really feel that this particular storyline has lowered the overall quality of the drama.
Why should this exceptional case be portrayed in a way that makes everyone look deeply moved... It feels like contradicting the content of the first 30 episodes. Especially when compared to the part where the supporting male character was causing trouble for wealthy individuals, it's quite ridiculous.
It feels like a missed opportunity.

I'm getting so annoyed with the character Lin Yi! Okay, I know the transformation to become a better person is a typical storyline, but Lin Yi with her sharp tongue in the right situations is still adorable like a husky.

I haven't watched Zhao You Ting's dramas before, but this time I truly appreciate his acting skills.
He did a fantastic job.

Who wouldn't want a little sister like Fang Xiao Ran! Episode 6, "Mom and Dad are Here," made me cry uncontrollably.

I'm currently catching up, and only watching two episodes a day is not enough! I understand the head nurse's perspective as a mother who struggled to get pregnant, but I find it cruel to bring an unhealthy child into this world.
Both the adults and the child suffer, and the child will have to go through numerous surgeries and won't have a long life...

Lin Hai's portrayal of his brother's final moments was also incredibly well-done. It broke through my emotional defenses too.

This is by far the best domestic medical drama I have ever watched. It tells more than just the incredible technical skills of doctors who can save everyone from the clutches of death. Each little story unfolds in every episode, revealing the mission of a doctor and the family and past experiences behind each patient.
Through these stories, we witness the growth and breakthroughs of the characters. It not only provides visual enjoyment but also serves as a spiritual guide for the audience.

Just as the drama says, "Since I have been born, then living carries the greatest possibility." Anything may be difficult, and some people's lives are like long-distance running while others face hurdles.
No one's life is easy, but staying strong and living on is the greatest achievement!

When watching the first few episodes, every time Jin Shi Jia's character appeared, I would complain to my friends about how annoying he was. But later on, I suddenly realized that if I were sick and went to the hospital, I would actually prefer to encounter a doctor like him.
If that's the case, then this kind of doctor has its own meaning and value. After watching Episode 17, I must say that the overall production quality is excellent. It has emotional moments and comedic moments that resonate well, and the key is that the conflicts and contradictions portrayed make both sides seem reasonable, rather than being one-sided and argumentative.
In addition, Director Cui is truly wise, and I've learned a lot from the management perspectives and rhetoric presented.