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A Hidden Gem - not often at the top of must watch lists
Rating: 10/10I passed over watching this multiple times before getting to the spot where I did not have a lot of preferred content and I was willing to give it a chance. I am glad I did. I almost considered it more as a 9 or 9.5 out of 10 because there's a strong thread of sadness running through this drama that really hit me hard—but I am an empath and so it had me in tears more than once. But, even though it was more of a tear jerker than I expected, the story and the romance were nice enough that it was forgivable. The main couple, Lin Zhi Xiao and Gu Wei, have one of the sweetest and most believable romances. Their chemistry feels natural and genuine, and it's the kind of feel-good love story that warms your heart. There is a gentle balance in dramas, end too abruptly and it feels like they expect you to complete the story, drag on too long and you feel like you are riding side car on their whole life. This one struck just the right balance it did not feel rushed nor did it feel slow or padded. Thus I highly recommend this one for anyone that likes a mostly feel-good romance drama with emotional depth. Some people actually find the cathartic sadness healing, but even if you're sensitive like me, the happy ending and uplifting romance make it worth it in the end. The only minor thing that bugged me was one family plot point that felt unnecessary and a bit too heavy. It didn't ruin the show at all, but I think the story would have been just as strong (maybe even lighter) without it. Overall, this drama left me smiling through the sniffles—super sweet, and heartfelt.
Spoilers
The part that almost made me rate it lower was Lin Zhi Xiao's father dying. I really didn't think it was necessary for the story. He could have stayed in remission, and the emotional weight of the cancer storyline would still have been there without the full tragedy. It added such a deep layer of sadness that lingered. It hit me at a particularly rough time in my own life when several elder family members and friends had passed away. So, there is enough of that in real life I don't want it in my entertainment. I am not entertained by being sad. It was lightened up by just the right amount of post-wedding glimpses which showed that Lin Zhi Xiao and Gu Wei were still going strong and happy years later even after suffering the loss of her father. That was just enough continuance on their story to leave you satisfied without overdoing it. But the story centered so much on the cancer, and Lin Zhi Xiao's parents close relationship that I wish we'd seen something about how Lin Zhi Xiao's mom was doing seven years later. She must have been absolutely devastated after losing her husband, and it would have been so comforting to get even a small glimpse or mention of her being okay, maybe finding some peace or happiness. That was the only very minor flaw for me—the show wrapped up the main couple perfectly with those sweet after-wedding details and their life together (love the family they built!), but leaving her mom's outcome hanging felt incomplete. Still, the romance between Lin Zhi Xiao and Gu Wei is so pure and believable that it carries everything. The way it was foreshadowed and built made the sad elements predictable enough that they didn't blindside me, and the happy, loving payoff made it okay even though I don't normally prefer series that have such a heavy and sad element.
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Sweet Story
I’ve been waiting for this drama for 3 years and I’m so happy it finally aired! Xiao Zhan is an amazing actor and his portrayal of Gu Wei is raw and emotional. I love that the ML and FL are growing together through mutual support and acceptance of one another’s quirks and imperfections.There is enough sweetness to go around but also a lot of emotional moments that made me cry, especially the relationship between father and daughter. I can’t wait to see how the characters will grow to love one another and where the story will take us.
It’s definitely a drama I will be rewatching once it’s done.
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All professionalisms posses their own value.
A doctor who’s trying his best to heal the world yet he can’t heal his own heart … only music can … music from special person of his … the story seems simple yet realistic , interesting and very enjoyable with naturally good actors and actresses… showing love from different point of views as well … it’s very interesting and beautiful drama to wait and watch plus the ost songs are very pleasant to play especially in the evening after all day long tiredness. Plus as a doctor myself, I can understand the pain of Dr.Gu … People might think that’s so dramatic but the fact is that people may know only when they face it by themselves… Accident in surgeon’s life is not a joke which can destroy the whole carrier life as a surgeon and surprisingly he can really interpret that pain to be visible as a real doctor . That’s quite impressive…Was this review helpful to you?
Must watch! Love it so much!
I'm on ep 7, rewatching and waiting for more episodes. This drama exceeds my expectation. The plot is good, the phasing, acting, music and the scenery.Scenes and lines giving good vibes and life advise. The closeup shots highlights and emphasize the expressions and emotions of each actors/actress. Its like they are talking to you, feel their emotions like you're also part of the drama.
I think the drama is well balanced. Family issues and personal struggle, there's also a lot of funny and sweet scenes.
So if you want to always in good mood, feels like falling in love, go watch this drama, its good for your heart lol!!!
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Different Acting but like Tug of War
So the first few episodes I felt like YangZi understands the art of rom com better and was pulling Xiao Zhan like a tug of war of acting. But Xiao Zhan is so good with the subtle and really powerful emotions that I realized it takes getting to those scenes for him to really blossom out. Does he make the other actors better? Yes. Even YangZi. The scenes with her father and mother are especially powerful.He is not the typical male actor and so dont judge him against those like XuchaiCheng. His ability to emote is heartwrenching. I hope he continues to improve English and comes to Hollywood to do a big box movie one day.
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I waited for this, but I'm so dissapointed
It's only an ordinary story. I coudn't bear to watch it for more episodes. I'm very disappointed in the story and it lacks chemistry.I waited for so long in this drama because Xiao Zhan is here. I expected higher because both him and Yang Zi already given an award in tencent even the drama is still not airing.
There's something wrong with the logic in the plot especially in the medicine field. They didn't do well in their research about it.
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The first rom-com I love and intends to finish watching it!
I love both the acting of the male and female leads and even the supporting actors! The story doesn't have the usual fights and villainous characters that characterize most drama. It is just a story of people living an ordinary life with the usual health and works problems, as well as problem that you face with your family. the actor who plays Yang Zi's father is very good as well. Xiao Zhan acts so naturally as well as Yang Zi. I don't normally watch romance comedy since I find them silly most of the time! But The Oath of Love is quite good!Was this review helpful to you?
THE OATH OF LOVE
The dramma is so smooth funny and binge worthy . All the characters are in their roles . They truly understood the assignment. Its such a beautifully dramma and worth recommending and rewatching 💖 💕 .Ive watched many c love drammas . But this one is so spoton . Its like a real life story 😪. One step at a time eager to see whats next . Im seriouly satisfied with every cast in this dramma . #xiao zhan #Yang zi. Did this drama justice . ⚖️ . Worth all the hype its getting . 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💯Was this review helpful to you?
This Drama is great
This drama is very beautiful and herttouching.Also main roles are very handsome and pretty.theme song is very beautiful.I highly recommend .storyline is also interesting,and main lead couple chemistry is excellent and acting is very good also camera angles are perfect.and costume also attractive ,romance scene are perfect also side couples are very interesting ,and main lead family is very sweet and it is heart touching they go trough together problems.Also they use beautiful places for drama❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
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dropped this at six episodes
(soryr i don't know how to translate some words into english so i just wrote them in chinese lmao)before i get on with my very opinionated review, i know people are gonna think "well you haven't even watched the whole thing your opinion isn't valid" but honestly idc lmao i just didn't like the plot and the acting and the cringe romance scenes.
also, i'm more of a historical girl so many my opinion is kind of biased, especially on the romantic aspects.
the story is pretty basic, a chaotic girl and a doctor. this drama itself would be ok to me... if the main leads were switched to like "less popular" actors and the drama was not announced so early. but the the main leads are 杨紫 and 肖战 and this drama was said to air like years ago. i was excited to watch it because of the popularity of these actors and i thought it would be somewhat of a different drama, rather than the basic plot that almost every romance drama has. i knew that 杨紫 had always played a 疯疯癫癫 (chaotic?) girl, so i kind of expected that but i also kind of wished that she would try a new character. as most of you know, that didn't happen. as i said before, i prefer watching historical dramas, where the romance isn't the main plot and there's none of that... cringe? stuff. to other people it may seem cute but it's difficult for me to watch those scenes without cringing.
as for the acting, they're both really good, it's just the personality of the character that they're playing that annoys me. although i will say, doesn't matter what role 杨紫 is playing, her crying scenes are always on point. (i'm not like hating on the actors themselves or their acting skills or anything, just the 剧本 and the drama itself)
i don't really pay attention to modern drama's osts, so i don't have an opinion on this.
i didn't even finish it the first time so i probably won't come back to this.
overall, it's just not as good as i thought it would be after waiting like two years for this. i'll stick to my historical dramas :)
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Top notch acting
Love this drama. Plot is interesting and not slow paced. Dialogues are humorous and I simply love the dry humour in it. Top notch acting from Xiao Zhan and very natural performance by Yang Zi. The emotion portrayed by Xiao Zhan especially when he was crying was absolutely real. I could feel his sorrow, thus showing how good his acting was. The supporting roles are a pleasant to watch and they compliment both the protagonists in this drama. I am enjoying the four episodes so far and will definitely continue watching it. Of course, Xiao Zhan is extremely charming in this drama. He is simply gorgeous.Was this review helpful to you?
Cute and fun must watch
Xiao zhan has did it again his acting skills are growing every time i watch him. How can he be so cold yet so charming at the same time. I applaud xiao zhan acting skills. Also love the chemistry between the ML and MC its very natural and they are very cute together no awkwardness or forced acting all natrual and great spark bewteen the characters. Great story and fantastic production cant wait to watch more episodes. Simply put it is a must see. Enjoy every minute of this gem of a drama and have fun.Was this review helpful to you?
