unique storyline, romantic
this kdrama was probably the best i’ve watched, the storyline, acting, and ost were amazing.pros: 1. what really made me get interested in watching this drama was the title which sounds comforting and reassuring
2. the characters were all well developed and changed over the course of the drama
3. the acting was perfect, all the actors portrayed their characters really well even though the characters had unique personalities.
4. the male and female lead were visually pleasing
5. the ost sounds good and suits all the scenes
6. the plot twist is just wow
7. the drama is about healing and taught me it’s really okay to not be okay
8. it really captivated me and made me feel for all the characters
cons: 1. the story was moving a little slowly at one or two episodes
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Absolutely fascinating!
I had my doubts starting this drama despite all the rave ratings....I wasn’t sure if it would be something I will enjoy. But once I started ...I couldn’t stop. It was enthralling... gripping.....there was so much emotion and every single actor did justice to their roles. It’s was beautifully made and I didn’t want it to end. The female lead was so unusual that it was actually refreshing, it seemed the drama did a role reversal when it came to the male and female lead but it made sense. Everything about this drama was just perfect.Was this review helpful to you?
It really is okay not to be okay
Satisfying to the very end. The casting, acting, THEEE STORY-TELLING (OMG!!) was phenomenal. And the OST (Original Soundtrack) brought the story together so seamlessly. Mental health is a taboo topic not seen to often in kdramas. It’s Okay Not To Be Okay explored mental health in such a thorough yet elegant manner and I am HERE FOR IT! The animation fillers reminded me of Timothy Burton style: semi-dark, yet whimsical and so beautifully done. It was serious with the perfect amounts of comedic relief.This drama makes you fall in love with not only the main characters, but all of the supporting and even stand-in extra roles. It’s so adorable.
I’ve seen it twice so far and I would love to watch it again with anyone of my friends/family who are interested.
I love, love LOVE this drama. I Highly recommend this work of art!
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the Visuallllsss
the visuals for this kdrama was stunning and the dominant fl plot was on point.....the character build up was fantastic it gave Korean fairytale vibes....the acting was a 10/10 and the osts were nice.......I have to applause the costume designer for the fl becos she was dropping a new look for every scene and each matched her mood and vibe in the film....I also like the graphics of the children storybooks in the movie.......the guy that acted as the autistic brother of the ml was fabulous anlt a point I thought he was autistic in real lifeWas this review helpful to you?
Best TV series of 2020
Just as I gave up on the 2020 TV series, this series seemed to me to find water in the desert. The story, the acting, especially the KHS SYJ duo became my favorite couple. But the Oscar goes to OH JUNG SE FOR BEST ACTOR!!! He really did touch our hearts, I really love his character and how he portrayed it.Human healing drama gave a very correct meaning. You will find many pieces of yourself in this series. Perhaps it's a drama in which you will find solutions. I have to say that it contributed a lot to me.
Be sure to watch this drama.
Ko _ Ko Mun Young
Mun_ Moon Kang Tae
Young _ Yeong-wonhi
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Be emotionally prepared!
This drama is way too beautiful that I could not stop watching it. Luckily I watched it until it stopped airing so i did not have to wait for the upcoming events.It was an emotionnal rollercoaster to me but I enjoyed it just as much as I felt both happiness and sadness. If you are looking for something to enjoy in all aspects of life: family, relationship, love, hatred, friendship, physical and mental illness and so one, this is deffo highly recommended. If I had to describe it shortly, I'd say this is an aesthetically beautifully sad drama.
I also want to emphasize on the main actors acting: the main actress for portraying one of the most sensitive topis in the entire world: mental health. the main actor for showing the reality of family sacrifice. And lastly, but not least Oh Jung-se for showing that imperfection is the real beauty.
The OSTs were just too beautiful that I had to download them to my phone and listen to them whenever.
Truly a very beautiful unforgettable drama to me.
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YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!
My FAVOURITE Korean drama of all time!!! The staring eyes part happened a lot, and I loved it. Their chemistry is above all, and even their faces are quite similar to each other. I love them so much. The story is very touching and makes me cry sometimes. They also show the patient's story and how they improve themselves towards the end of episodes, which is such a great touch. This drama's OST is the best I've ever heard. It made me repeat the OST all the time I felt sad and lonely. The greatest one All of the leading characters play their parts so well. Even though I'm a bit annoyed with the second female lead, through the end, she's becoming more tolerated and quite cute. On top of that, the Sangtae character is the best. A clap for actor Oh Jung Se for playing this character very well. I have an autistic cousin, and it's quite the same with Sangtae.Was this review helpful to you?
Very unique and well done show
This show definitely stands out for its unique theme. The story pacing was just the right amount, not too fast or dragged out. The use of children's fairy tales for the narration of plot and characters was beautifully done. Main as well as supporting character stories are well written especially the character development we see in all the characters. The actors did an amazing job, Oh jung se's acting as moon sang tae was really amazing to watch. The OST tracks are really beautiful. The show also has a very satisfying ending. Overall it's a very good show and will definitely recommend this show. The drawback according to me is that it has the cliché kdrama tropes without which it would have been truly unique.Was this review helpful to you?
Would you be with someone who manipulates you for gain?
That’s basically the issue I had with show. The show itself is really good. I love the digital effects, I like the fairytales interwoven in the show. Music is really good, the male lead is good, the autistic brother is portrayed well, and there really are no annoying characters except for the female lead. Here is what I can’t get over. The female lead decides to like and capture this boy. Her motive from the very beginning is just because he doesn’t like her, she wants him. Although she had a rough childhood, you can tell that she was always given or was able to get what she wanted. She’s a spoiled brat. What’s worse is she manipulates everyone around the male lead to get her way. I don’t like that the story rewards her for that. I don’t like that the male lead falls for her with that attitude. Considering the male lead is a caring, giving, worn out individual because everyone takes from him. Why would he then get a girlfriend who’s so broken he is having to be, exactly what makes him exhausted in life. A caregiver. The male leads cannot be oblivious to that fact that in order to get what she wants, she will do literally anything. She even manipulates and uses his autistic brother to insert herself into the male leads life. What worse is that she achieves her goal in the story. According to the story even if you’re super broken in life, you don’t have to fix yourself, you just shamelessly do whatever it takes to get what you want, and it can be yours.Was this review helpful to you?
I love this drama
I absolutely loved this drama! Oh Jung Se's performance as Sang-Tae was phenomenal, he managed to break my heart and piece it back together with his incredible acting. The characters felt original and honest, and I was so happy to watch their growth! The overall story was complete, the show was filled with metaphors, thought provoking quotes, celebrations of different art media, raunchy, comedic, tragic and inspiring moments which made me so immersed in their world. After the final episode I feel so much joy, not grief that it has finished. I'm so satisfied that the loose ends have been tied and the writers/directors maintained a high level of quality and commitment to the character's development right until the end.I've seen this drama so many times that I know the dialogues, I'm thinking about watching it again.
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Different, heartfelt yet unrealistic
There are elements of this series that are touching and that pull at all the right strings. However, I cannot say that I was left with the impression that this is an extraordinary show. Sure, the depiction of mental illnesses and conditions and their acceptance are much welcomed and needed. Yet, where the show fails is that this is more about the autistic brother and his needs, wishes, and priorities than it is about the male lead. Some may find that fascinating and what brings the show to another level. Others, like myself, may find that lacking.The acting is mainly wonderful - especially the male actors. The female lead however is not as strong. Perhaps her character was written like that on purpose, but her representation of the self-entitled and rude attitude definitely did not add strength to the overall impression of her character or her acting. The fine line between villain and victim needed more finesse.
I guess where the show ultimately fails is the tragic twist and turn that instead of bringing another level of drama dimension ends up bringing a totally unrealistic finale. There is too much glossing over at the end, too much drama and tragedy to end watching the series with any kind of semblance of realism.
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'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' is, indeed, the drama of the year for me along with Hospital Playlist and Extracurricular. I have to say, I haven't watched all the 2020 dramas so keep that in mind. But yeah.
I want to talk about why I gave the story a 9/10 first: yes, the plot was interesting af and it's really addicting... but. There has to be a but, right? It is indeed true that there were some lacking things? I won't actually mention them to avoid spoilers, but yes, there were certain parts on the episodes that left me kinda 'empty', not filled up enough. Still, the drama is indeed about healing and it deals with that on a really realistic way. The fact that healing also includes Sang Tae, who is a character with autism, is also something that adds up a lot to the plot. We get to see things from his point of view too, which is super interesting.
The acting is marvelous. To be honest, the acting that impressed me the most wasn't Kim Soo Hyun's or Seo Ye Ji's but Oh Jung Se. Portraying an autistic person is really hard and he did it so good... he made it look so effortless, so natural. And yes, there were parts where Seo Ye Ji's acting also shocked me, as well as Kim Soo Hyun's, but long-term it was Oh Jung Se's, everything be said.
Ko Mun Yeong (Seo Ye Ji) is a book writer. Well, for children. On some episodes we get to 'read' her books along with different characters and I found this really amazing! The books were so good, always leaving a deep message behind, and the illustrations that came with it really impressed me for good.
The OST is one of my favorites along with Hotel Del Luna's and Goblin's. I was always waiting for a new track to drop. Especially the english ones, I just loved them. I kept the OST on repeat for weeks and sometimes I still do.
Overall, the drama in general is different than what we're used to. With a role-reversal that actually worked AND not changing throughout the episodes, it makes you feel what the characters are feeling and is addicting af. I loved Ko Mun Yeong, I lived for her scenes. Don't get me wrong, Gang Tae's scenes were also really interesting and I loved them, but Ko Mun Yeong just had something. The chemistry was AMAZING and their kisses... oh well. You'll have to see yourself.
I recommend this 10/10. It's something really different and the plot is interesting, the acting is perfect as well as the OST and it leaves you wanting more after every episode. Weekends were the best days of the week while it was airing, I swear, you won't regret it.
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