The film 'It's Okay, It's Okay, It's Okay!' directed by Kim Hye-young, who co-directed the drama 'Melody of Soul,' will be released on the 26th. Like many films recently released, it is finally seeing the light of day about four years after its production in 2021.

The movie tells the story of a high school student named In-young (Lee Rae) who loses her mother in a car accident and navigates life afterward. Alone and facing eviction due to unpaid rent, the cheerful girl finds herself hiding in an art troupe where she practices traditional Korean dance, but she gets discovered by Seol-ah (Jin Seo-yeon), a strict director known for her high standards, and the two unexpectedly start living together.

Suddenly left alone, Inyoung (Ire) lives bravely, enjoying her favorite dance.

While the setup may seem clichéd at first glance, the film captivates the audience with unexpected developments. In a poignant twist, In-young, who seems to need the most comfort, gradually transforms Seol-ah's life with her bright energy. The perfectionist Seol-ah begins to show warmth and humanity influenced by In-young.

Notably, actor Son Seok-koo, who appeared in a cameo as a local pharmacist, leaves a brief but powerful impression. He delivers a deep, heartfelt comfort to In-young while acting lightly and nonchalantly, moving In-young, who 'pretended to be okay,' as well as the audience.

'It's Okay, It's Okay, It's Okay!' conveys pure emotion without forced romance or sensational elements. During its 102 minutes of running time, viewers will experience deep emotional resonance that will bring tears to their eyes at least two to three times. Director Kim Hye-young explained the film's message, saying, "We are all living fiercely and diligently, and I wanted to convey that it's okay to be a little lenient with ourselves and to tell ourselves that 'it's okay.'"

The artistic director Seola (Jinseoyeon) finds comfort while spending time with Inyoung and develops her humanity.
The actor Son Seokkoo, who appears as the neighborhood pharmacist, conveys a light yet profound comfort to Inyoung, demonstrating his presence.

Another crucial element is traditional Korean dance. Dance becomes the primary tool for expressing individual aspirations, jealousy, and recovery. Especially towards the end of the film, the group dance performed by the actors symbolically demonstrates 'harmony' and the changes in relationships between the characters.

Lee Rae, whom Kim praised as 'the best actress in her age group,' perfectly embodies the cheerful In-young. Actress Jin Seo-yeon subtly portrays Seol-ah, who oscillates between coldness and warmth, proving her solid acting skills once again. Nari (Jung Su-bin), a 'gold spoon' competing with In-young and the center of the art troupe, and Do-yun (Lee Jung-ha), a supportive male friend, also become key pillars in sustaining the warm growth drama.

The film does not feature forced romance, murder, or zombies. Amid the dopamine flood of sensational content, 'It's Okay, It's Okay, It's Okay!' offers a calm yet healthy message of comfort. It asks whether the protagonist In-young, despite the pain of loss, isn't living by receiving and providing comfort, and suggests that you can do the same.