Worth a watch if you like the genre or actors

This definitely isn't an objective 10/10. But it has some good moments, decent visuals, and a good cast of actors. The main theme of multiple lifetimes keeps it fresh with new settings, new cast of supporting characters, and different aspects to the main cast, all of which helps sustain the show through its 36 episodes. Music goes well with the scenes too and tracks aren't bad on their own either.
Most reviews agree it's far from the best performances for the lead actors and that's probably true but it's not terrible either. I've seen both lead actors in other series and that's why I started this one. I'm quite satisfied but don't see myself watching it again. Knowing how the story will unfold would take away a lot of the enjoyment I think.

Read More

A truly wonderful journey

It's Okay to not be Okay (사이코지만 괜찮아) is a story I won't forget. It feels like in some ways it will stay with me forever. I can't really say why as I don't want to spoil anything for it would be a shame to ruin the experience for others. Suffice to say there were many parts of the story I could relate to and I felt like I was able to change and grow with the characters, even if only a little.

I was a big fan of the cast and it was the reason I started this. Kim Soo-Hyun and Oh Jung-Se have both been great in other shows, and that's just the start. Park Gyu-Young, Kim Chang-Wan, Kim Mi-Kyung, Jang Young-Nam, and Kwak Dong-Yeon are all excellent too. I haven't seen Seo Yea-Ji before but now I know why she's so popular and she became of of my favourite actresses right away.

Every character has a purpose and a story to tell which in some way affects the main trio. Those little stories are woven together with different family tales and well known stories to create a unique and captivating tale. Of what? You'll have to see.

Production is top notch too, from set design to costumes right down to the fairy tale booms written and illustrated specifically for this show. Music and songs fit the scenes so well that later they could evoke an emotional response and set the tone for upcoming scenes all on their own.

Are there any less-than-stellar moments or tropes in here? Sure. If you've seen enough drama you'll see the patterns and know how things will play out and when. But that is nowhere near enough to take away from the whole experience.

A big part of magic lies of this drama in the discovery of it. So it might not be a perfect show to watch again and again for that reason. But I know I will watch it again when I need to feel the way this drama made me feel.

Read More