Tudo Bem Não Ser Normal (2020)

Simple yet beautiful.

Not your typical complicated storyline, this show showed us how things can get so beautiful when you don't expect it at all.
One thing that I think is so important is how to accept yourself how you are and try not to change it for others. Kangtae fell for Moonyoung when she was the most antisocial person he had known, but still, he fell for her. Why? Because he saw her scars and how she suffers when she's alone. He didn't fall in love with her money or her fashion. He loved how Moonyoung was fragile despite acting so strong.
The dialogues were so precious. I guess every episode of this show had a different message.
The acting was 1000/10. I mean, just by looking at their eyes you could easily understand how they felt at that moment.
The only thing that made me score the story 9.5, was Moonyoung's mother that I think it was kinda illogical but I'm glad they weren't too sticked on that storyline.
Overall, enjoyed it so much.

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Near perfect drama

It's quite hard to put into words just how excellent in every way, this drama is.
Screen writer Jo Yong and director Park Shin Woo really nailed it, together with a cast who so eloquently brought their characters to life.
Gang-tae, who becomes a care giver at the OK Psychiatric Hospital, seems completely balanced and together, but has closed off the life he shares with his autistic older brother, Sang-tae. Moon-young, a children's author, is totally self absorbed, feisty and used to getting what she wants.
The meeting of these characters and the journey they embark on, played out in the drama, to understanding themselves and others, feels like a dark fairy tale at times, however it is very real. Their emotional stories and those of the hospital patients, are both very funny and moving.
I especially liked a guest appearance by Kwak Dong Yeon as patient Kwon Gi Do, who had me reaching for tissues.
A favourite actress, Kim Mi Kyung, plays Kang Soon Deok (Joo-ri's mother) so well; she was actually a linchpin, to me.
There were no clichés that  I can think of at all and no overly sentimental scenes either. It was actually adult in its presentation and very honest.
A scene in the final episode, shows how grown ups should be portrayed in a relationship... it can be done.
Every actor was great, but for me, Oh Jung-se deserves an award for his perfect portrayal of Sang-tae. He made the character very central, important and one that evolved possibly more than any other.
This is one of those rare dramas that I cannot imagine anyone saying they did not like it at all.
I am going to miss this so much and will definitely watch again.

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Beautiful Heartache

AMAZING!!!!!! Incredible plotline and actors!! Each character had his/her own role in the story that was critical. It was such a pleasure to see all the characters grow and develop to their best self. It is rare to see the lead characters so dynamic. Typically, it's one character healing another. My favorite aspect is that they all healed and loved each other. It's so amazing how another broken person is able to be fixed by someone else who is also weak and damaged. I also really really love the depth this drama went into mental health. This is a touchy topic especially in Asian country. For a Korean drama to really explore the consequences of mental issues, it is really touching and beautiful. I can guarantee smiles as well as teary eyes. This drama does not disappoint. HIGHLY recommend.

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Something different from the usual

It’s okay to not be okay goes beyond what’s “ normal ” and accepted by society, it shows characters developments and human ignorance to an educated level I never seen before in a kdrama, I’ve watched a lot of kdramas and they somehow just don’t show mental health problems as they should be and that’s where it’s okay not to be okay stray from it and actually shows a more realistic side of it, in simple words I think this is the best serie I’ve ever watched so far.... The episodes were so charming till the point it made me want for the episode to never end, it’s okay to not be okay indeed exceeded my expectations.

note to self: you know the serie is good when 1 hour feels like 10 minutes

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Give this a try!!You won't regret it.

I know that this drama is not your cup of tea, this is a "HEALING DRAMA" so please do not compare it to other Korean series with different concept/genre.

What convinces me to watch this is because of the title, In this world, we pretend to be ok although deep inside we are not OK, sometimes as we seek help other might think we are just exaggerating things, another reason is the storyline, this is a healing drama so I just give it try. I also watched this because of Kim Soo Hyun, but I ended up being a fan of the other main lead Seo YeJi and Oh Jung-Se because their acting is really out of this world. I am going to miss the Trio!!

The moral lesson here is to accept to ourself that sometimes we weak and we need to lean each other to become stronger, another thing is to be polite to other people we deal every day because you never know what are they going through, this drama also tackles mental health and about autism awareness.

Overall this drama is beyond my expectation 100/10, although the plot is simple, not all about the romance about the female and male lead, it is well balanced from the romance of the 2 main lead, family-oriented(blood-related or not), comedy, suspense, and thriller could also be here, also there is a life lesson that we can carry on forever.

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A beautiful heartache

I love a show where I am so engrossed in the alternate universe it has created, and—when I’m done—leaves me in awe of the team of people who have created it.

The score is perfection. It reminds me of my favorite regency pieces while seamlessly interweaving modern pop and it plays the balance game so well. Furthermore, when there was no BG music was even more notable. This drama goes off the beaten path so often and with the skill that is only mastered in the way a team of experts with freedom could.

While it diverges from the norm with the score, it also announces its uniqueness in the first episode by mixing mediums of animation, claymation, and beautiful wardrobe. You’re not immersed into an alternate reality: In fact, the characters’ world is identical to yours. Yes, they believe in love and there’s sadness, but the power of the mind is its own character as much as it is IRL, and rightfully so.

I was most uncomfortable by the treatment of people with social and emotional disorders. Let me be clear though: It wasn’t ham-fisted, haphazard, or even irresponsibly done. As someone who frequently discusses these treatments in her line of work, I am always über conscious of characters portrayals when those characters are on the fringes of society due to no fault of their own, and kudos to this show for its very deliberate effort to be responsible. Oh Jung-Se is perfect in his role as a brother with autism spectrum disorder, and he acts only in a way that he (and maybe Lee Kyu-Hyung!!!!) could.

Though, all the actors deserve their props. Every Adam’s apple and unfocused peripheral hand was in character, and these actors have superb control over their vessels to perform as they did for this show. This cannot be done without an amazing team, and so, everyone involved in the making of “It’s Okay...” deserves 10 stars.

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Recommended

You really should watch this drama. It was awesome. The acting, OST and the story were great. I loved every moment of it.
This drama is the best drama i have watched till now!!!
Best things about it!!
*unique story based on mental healing & fairytales
* all ost's are so good to listen
* where all people want perfection in life !!it leaves a message "It's okay not to be okay "
* All the short stories this drama has As the main role girl is a writer for children but still stories have a deep meaning for all!!
* you will not feel in any emotional scene that they are overreacting!! Cause the cast in the show made it so real that even you can't hold your tears !!! That doesn't mean this is an emotional drama!! Its mixture of every good thing.
Watch it you gonna love it!

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Hands down the best beginning to a drama I've ever seen, but ended a little flat.

I decided to watch this drama as the leading couple was too powerful to pass up. I also saw the interesting mental health theme and thought it would be something akin to My Ahjussi and Hotel Del Luna. Obviously, I was really excited because I've been waiting for the next masterpiece that will challenge My Ahjussi and oh boy did the beginning deliver.

Story - 9/10
I just want to say that if this drama didn't begin the way it did, I would've given the story a 7.5/10 maybe 8/10. The first few episodes formed, what I believed, to be the strongest start of any Kdrama ever. The introduction of complex mental health issues and the enchanting presence of Ko Mun Yeong really captivated and hooked me; I was practically longing for each next episode. The early middle episodes (for lack of a better phrase) managed to maintain that momentum, and I truly believed that this level of quality would be maintained through to the end. However, it was the introduction of a particular story line that, like every other Kdrama, meant the two leads had an intertwined childhood and therefore they would have an ill-fated relationship. This, to me, kinda felt lazy?
For such a great start I felt that they had to introduce something that completely blindsides the average Kdrama user. My problem with it is that, with my favourite Kdramas, I don't think of them as a Korean Drama - rather I think of it as a piece of art. This sort of predictable and overused childhood trope makes this a typical drama.
My next problem with the last few episodes is the somewhat disappointing way the mental health issues were handled. I don't mean that they offended people, but rather the exploration of it wasn't deep enough. Sure, they took brief looks at issues like PTSD, but I don't think they explored the mental health issues behind the two leads enough. In the end, it seemed like the children's stories just explained and scratched the issues in uninteresting exposition. To me, there were too many situations where someone says something profound and suddenly the person listening realises what is wrong with their life.

Cast - 10/10
Not much to write about with cast. Kim Soo Hyun and Seo Ye Ji were amazing. Many scenes were honestly Oscar-worthy, and they both had immense screen presence (especially Seo Ye Ji). Kim Joo Hun was charming and I really look forward to him in Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol. Oh Jung Se was also amazing and he had some very impactful moments. He also had some very on-the-nose moments that were a bit too profound and enlightening that seemed like lazy writing more than anything. Overall an amazing performance from the cast and I'm sure many awards will be handed out for them.

Music - 10/10
Very story and tonally fitting music. Some of the songs really amplified the scenes itself. I feel as though the music gave the drama a certain tone that is really distinct from anything I have ever heard before. It's hard to put into words - it has a creepy vibe, but you always feel there is warmth close or somewhere, which really fits with this drama!

Conclusion - 9.5/10 Overall
I definitely recommend this drama. This drama has landed comfortably as one of my second favourite dramas, and a re-watch will be warranted sometime in the future! If you want a tear-jerker, there are some scenes that will make you cry - although I didn't cry myself. If you want to just admire the lead couple, then this drama is perfect for you. If you want to feel a little more enlightened about life, then this drama is perfect for you too!

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Introducing Reality Through Fantasy

Best drama! It's more than a kdrama, it's a life lesson that will change your perspective towards the people around you. Best acting, best production, best soundtracks, best cinematography, best animation, and the most amazing thing about this drama is the writing!

Story - Such a genius story about reality that is delivered smoothly through fairy tale stories. You will realize another perspective of some famous fairytale stories and how it relates to our everyday life.

Acting/Cast - No more questioning, we will be dazzled by the main leads visual, plus their acting is daesang worthy. Many people commented about how they have to win an award for their acting in this drama. They could make the viewers cry with them unconsciously.

Music - All the OSTs are amazing and some of them have that spooky vibes melody. All of them are good that people can't choose which OST of this drama is the best. The same goes with me.

Rewatch Value - To be honest, I am not that type of person who like to rewatch a drama/show. Maybe I could rewatch a show after some years later. But this drama made me rewatch it even when the show is still airing. Because there's a lot of details which I probably missed before and I feel like I have to absorb every emotions and lessons from each episode.

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Just Watch It!

Seriously, I would recommend not even reading reviews and just dive in to form your own opinions of this drama. If you're into melodrama, badass leads, female chasing the male first, darker stories, found family and a side of comedy, then I 100% recommend this kdrama.

Story: I feel like I've read a few reviews/comments from people saying that this dragged or was overrated but I loved the story and never skipped. It was a unique melodrama that honestly had me crying way too much. I found myself completely invested in the storylines and characters and this has become one of my all time favourite kdramas. Obviously, if you're looking for a light fluffy drama, then this isn't for you. But if you're into deep/4D characters, with even deeper stories, then look no further.

Acting/Cast: Wouldn't change a thing. The casting was perfect and the acting was truly amazing. And the chemistry was incredible. The ML and FL had some of the best chemistry I've ever seen.

Music: LOVED the soundtrack! It was so good and I found the songs getting stuck in my head.

Rewatch Value: an 8 is high for me when it comes to the rewatch value of a kdrama! I rarely rewatch anything but this is a drama I would definitely want to rewatch in the future.

Overall: WATCH IT! I hesitated with watching this for a year until I ran out of things to watch and finally decided to give it a go. I don't regret it at all.

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GOOD, DESERVING OF PRAISE BUT NOT THAT MUCH

I really don't know how to even write a review for this drama. The first half of the show was amazing, suspicious, tense ish,. The second half of the show was just.... absolute disappointment
The only reason I didn't drop it was for the main lead and just to see how it will end

OUTFITS
I loved the female lead's outfits, some of them. Some of her outfits were outrageous terrible. But anyways she's got good charisma and was lowkey giving me female lead from graceful family type vibes

STORY
Story was interesting at the first few episodes then the story just poofed into the air. Most dissapointing thing in the show was the mother. There was no background or motive for her mother acting like and killing for the most petty reason ever. It's quite unbelievable but on a good note the first episodes were really good and made you wonder what happened

CASTING/ACTING
I loved all the cast. It was perfect. Male lead can really cry but other than that nothing impressive. The brother was such as a sweetheart but lowkey annoying at the same time. His character was done beyond perfection

CHARACTERS
Loved all the characters. male lead was really bugging me sometimes but i love him despite. The female assistant is so damn cuteeeee. And the girl that has a crush on male lead is quite pathetic but that's just my brutal opinion

MUSIC
I dont remember anything so... idk

REWATCH VALUE
I will probably never watch this again cause the show got really tiring but anyways I never end up re watching a lot of kdramas

OVERALL
It was okay. First half gets a 8.5. Second half gets a -2.5

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