It's Okay to Not Be Okay
Desperate to escape from his emotional baggage and the heavy responsibility he’s had all his life, a psychiatric ward worker begins to heal with help from the unexpected – a woman who writes fairy tales but doesn’t believe in them.
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Plot Summary
This drama follows the story of Moon Gang-tae, a community health worker in a psychiatric ward who lacks the time and money to even dream of his own life, and Ko Moon-young, an author of children's books who suffers from an antisocial personality disorder and is popular among readers. The two meet and slowly begin to heal each other's emotional wounds.
Critical Reception
It's Okay to Not Be Okay received widespread critical acclaim for its unique storytelling, exploration of mental health themes, stunning cinematography, and the strong performances of its cast, particularly Kim Soo-hyun and Seo Ye-ji. It was praised for its balance of dark themes with heartwarming moments and its visually rich aesthetic.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive and mature portrayal of mental health issues.
- Lauded for its visually striking production design and cinematography.
- Celebrated for the compelling chemistry and performances of the lead actors.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the show, appreciating its unique blend of fantasy, romance, and psychological drama. Viewers frequently highlighted the emotional depth, the beautiful cinematography, and the satisfying character development as major strengths, with many finding it a healing and thought-provoking watch.
Awards & Accolades
Won numerous awards including Best OST at the Melon Music Awards, Best Supporting Actor for Oh Jung-se at the Baeksang Arts Awards, and multiple awards at the Asia Artist Awards.
Fun Fact
The stunning, gothic-style OK Psychiatric Hospital featured in the drama was actually a set built specifically for the show and inspired by the works of M.C. Escher and surrealist art.
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