Aidyn Gangemi

It's okay to not be okay is arguably one of the best shows to come out in 2020 and has to be one of the greatest shows you will ever see. It is the needed therapy for everyone. A story so heart-rending, captivating and breathtakingly beautiful. It brilliantly paints a complex story of love, pain, and truama in such a charming way. Not in an over romanticized way, but a relatable manner that we all can comprehend and empathize with. It's okay to not be okay demonstrates it's prowess throughout the series to paint a tale like no other. It caries a slight macabre tone, but is eloquently balanced with quirky, fun spontaneity that leaves watcher's truly unsure what will happen next. One moment you're laughing at well placed humor and then the next you're crying over the sheer emotion of the story unfolding. Throughout the series, it covers the ever controversial topic of mental health and how it relates to it's characters and dialog. It masterfully depics it in a simple, yet concise manner. Simple, not to diminish or minimize it, but to emphasize and rationalize it's impact on everyone's lives. Whether it's an emotional scar not yet dealt with or trauma yet to be discovered, the show dives head on with unapologetic realism and fervor. This realism is what carries the show so far and takes you to a whole new level. It leaves you speechless, as every scene progresses. Every star is perfectly executed, and brilliantly cast for their roles. But of course of all these the main protagonists Moon Young and Gang Tae steal the show. They are the driving force, the heartbeat of this series. The intimacy and emotional connection Moon Young and Gang Tae posses is unmatched and unrivaled. The physical and mental scars coupled with their intertwined lives creates a flawless story so heartwarming and touching that it leaves no tears to be unshead, no eyes to be dry at the end. Friendship, passionate love, unyielding loyalty are just some of what connects and brings this show together. If you want a romance like no other this is the one! After watching this show you will truly understand "it's okay to not be okay"....