A Beautiful Mind (2016)

This is one the more well-rounded medical series I've come across so far. There isn't any hyper-dramatic scenes that you sometimes get with these. There are still some of those falling ill at convenient moments to move the plot along but not offensively. If the female lead was cast and scripted differently, it would have improved the overall feel but our male lead makes up a lot of this shortcoming.

The female lead, Gye Jin Sung, started off as the type of protagonist I usually detest the most. Usually forgiven by the masses because of her "passion" despite being senseless and harmfully reckless. The type who selfishly create problems based on their own sense of moral but is usually forgiven easily for it. She does redeem herself a bit after finally siding with the right person but it also felt like her personality oddly did a sudden transformation which didn't keep with character. What helps her case here, is she'll seem like an angel compared to the ex.

What can I say about our male lead, Lee Young Oh? I've always enjoyed watching this actor on screen and he doesn't disappoint here. Let's just say you barely notice the lack of chemistry with the female lead because he is just that good.

There is a nice amount of depth built into the plot even if you only pay attention to the script of our antisocial genius neurosurgeon. The rest of the cast does a good job and the development between relationships are believable. I also appreciate that they kept the dramatics at a good balance and the pacing of the episodes was done well with just a tad of rush towards an okay end.

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So enticing - it will truly grab you.

This was such an amazing story.
The writer is so good. To be able to draw you in continuously and then do it again is truly a talent.
The actors were amazing. Both ML and FL were brilliant. I love Park So Dam and Jang Hyuk. Have watched many drama’s with them separately. They never disappoint me.
To say I enjoyed the medical side is too little - the added mystery is a bonus. Then to put into this the tragedy of misinformation which then determines ones destiny is resounding. Life is to be lived and to love others - without it we are nothing. The fact the ML was determined to change, or attempt to, shows he wanted to love and follow this strange feeling of attraction that he never had encountered before.
To round it up I’ve rewatched this already and would do it again……..

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If you're considering watching this drama, do it. This is my first time writing a review about a drama because that's how good it was and how much I want others to see it.

Story ? this is such a brilliant story; I found myself clenching my jaw and utterly glued to the screen from the thrill and suspense it held. The writers and producers for this drama did an incredible job at keeping the viewer hooked from episode one to fourteen. The plot is interesting and the twists in the story make perfect sense and fit the story as well. It focuses more on the medical aspect and the major issue involved with it without forcing the 'love' romance idea down your throat like any other drama. The leads slowly ease into each other without it feeling forced which was amazing in my eyes. I couldn't stop crying with each episode. It doesn't fail to deliver a bit of comedy in between. Some of the characters do get scenes of their own where you get to see their struggles and the way being a doctor affects each one, gets you really connected to the rest of the medical crew. (Dr. Yang Sung Eun and his friend/Dr. Lee Shi hyun and the heart transplant patient, etc). This show was cut down two episodes short which got me really upset since this is such a good drama. Even so, they closed the drama really cleanly with a beautiful ending, nothing left unsolved and it doesn't feel rushed or forced either.


Acting/cast ? The entire cast did an amazing job, especially Jang Hyuk who gave a brilliant performance at playing such a difficult character. I personally really like Park So Dam, I think she's absolutely gorgeous and very natural when she acts. Her character (Jinsung) was very irritating at the very beginning but I suppose it was set to be this way by the producers until you slowly warm up to her in later episodes.The chemistry between the two leads was great (everyone talk about their age gap but I really didn't care of even took it into account). The cast does a great job at playing each of their characters and they never fail to make you cry with the way they play out those tear jerking scenes. They did a great job.

Music ? I'm so in love with it, it's by Bernard Park which I adore his voice ever since he was in KPOPSTAR. They couldn't have chosen a better singer for this. The OST is beautiful, it tugs on your heartstrings immediately once it starts playing. Give it a listen for sure. (DIRT by Bernard Park) Aside from the main ost, they did a great job to use instrumental music instead of sappy OST's like every drama shoves at every single scene so it was refreshing. They put the right music in the right moments to get the right mood.


Overall, I recommend anyone watch it and even though you might not like the first few episodes I suggest you continue because you do warm up to everyone and the story gets better with each episode. This is a gem you must not miss! Definitely on of my top favorite dramas.

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It's been a while since I watched this drama and ended up rewatching it again as KBS World was currently reairing it. In which I used to recall comparing it with Good Doctor back then due to similar plot setting. As in a medical drama focusing on a special doctor having a special condition that might be beneficial or perhaps dangerous. In Good Doctor it was Park Sion who has Savant syndrome while in this drama it was Lee Jeongo who due to an incident in the past was rendered unable to feel any emotions and was called a psychopath. In both cases, the doctors gain an interest in pursuing medicine and end up becoming somewhat a genius later on. Yet, because of their conditions it made it a bit risky to allow them to operate on patients since they would not be able to understand the limits one should be allowed to pursue.

In that sense, this drama pose an interesting question. Could someone who exhibit traits of a psychopath could be allowed to treat people as a doctor. Could someone like Lee Yeongo learn to emphatize with his patients; despite his conditions, in order to become a good doctor? As the drama unfolds from start to finish, we'll get to see how Jeongo start to learn to sympathize with the help of Gye Jinsung and overcome his disabilities to become a better doctor.

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Nor only it's one the best there is in the drama the twist inside it and the well acted roles gave it the powerful dRama that it is the great thing about it that the drama never give you the boring side or the imagination of knowing what will happen. It is the best of the love story I have ever seen. Regardless the story the characters will make you want to stay with them. I have seen it more than 50 times. Truly one of the best. The only problem is that it's short but it gave the full story in length without any fillers or any other drama side Story. The comedy in it and human side is powerful . See it to believe it.

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This drama is so bad it gave me cancer

I'm a huge fan of Jang Hyuk, I think he's an incredibly talented and unique actor who is fun to watch even in mediocre dramas. But this show did him in. He tried, he really did, but this honestly is in the running for the worst writing ever in a drama. Nothing makes sense at all. It's the worst run hospital in the world, there's no way it wouldn't be shut down not just because of all the murders but because of the unprofessional staff who stand around in the hallways gossiping even when a patient is bleeding out in front of them. The head of the hospital is basically a serial killer and openly admits it to one of his direct reports who doesn't report him to the police even though one of his patients is a cop and the female lead. And speaking of the FL, she's a traffic cop but somehow has the ability to barge into an unlocked interrogation room and interrupt a murder investigation. The writer should've made the character a detective to begin with, there's literally no reason for her to start out as a traffic cop. The only bright spot, at least at first, was Jang Hyuk doing his best to give his sociopathic character some depth and nuance. But he gave up after episode 5 and went for scenery chewing and who can blame him.

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I was looking forward to this drama mainly because of Jang Hyuk. I'm a fan of this great amazing actor. I believe he is the greatest Korean actor. I appreciate his maturity that he brings to the table with every role he plays. From Fated to Love You, Money Flower (which in my opinion catalputed him to be the best Kdrama actor of modern times) and now Beautiful Mind. I know I'm in for a nice treat as I go along with the drama episodes HOWEVER with first few episodes Park So Dam dampen my mood terribly with her irritating, immature, dumb, irrational demeanor not to mention her screechy voice modulation. Few questions come to mind; is she a detective or a traffic cop. Earlier episodes showed her moving in and out of the hospital restricted areas (OR, Conference Room, MD'S Locker Rooms, Security Monitor Room). Yes she was investigating a possible crime, is it in her job description? Her irrational actions without solid evidence i.e. arresting Dr. Lee 2x makes her less credible as law enforcer whatever that is. I admit my deep hesitation to see this drama because of Park So Dam, mainly I never develop any liking to her due to her previous film works and the big age gap between the two leads BUT my great respect of Jang Hyuk won at the end. I had a previous "off screen love affair" with this great actor in Money Flower. From then, I was hooked. On a side note, please watch Money Flower, it's a 100% guarantee or your money back. I will post an addendum as I move along with this drama that is if Park So Dam does not drive me crazy with her stupidity enough to drop this drama. After watching several Drama, I sort of got use to over exaggeration of main lead character in the first few episodes for later character development. I don't know. Get the popcorn and soda, let's enjoy the show. Thank you for reading my post.

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I will start this review with saying that I am not overreacting by giving it a full 10. And there will be no spoilers in my review.

First of all, as you start the drama you won't know how amazing it will actually become after a few episodes. The idea of this drama is really beautiful, just as the title says.
Will you be able to understand other people's minds and hearts? What would it be like to not feel anything or not be able to empathise with people?
The story doesn't only have doctor subjects, it shows the importance of life and the value of understanding people's pain.

Secondly, the acting is just incredible. I would find myself from amazement to crying and then to a confusing feeling. I would countinously ask myself "what is he feeling right now?" or "how would be to see thourgh that person's eyes?"
Moreover, the music is so perfectly fit for this drama that it will totally absorb you into the world of it.

In my oppinion, this drama is perfect from all points of view. You will definetly love it, and even more you will live it with all your heart.

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Story:
Before I started, I thought it would be more of a medical cliché. To apprehend to have the elements to be, it was not. The plot surprised me a lot, positively. The sensitivity used to build the plot was one of the best I've ever seen. Because of that, so far, it deserves the high scores.

As a fan, I would love for them to do only one special chapter in the end, showing them in the future ... just to calm my heart. I would not like a second season because I think it would spoil. There is no need or space for more plots as material for a second season .. But a special episode would already be more than enough.

Acting/cast:
At first, the female lead was very annoying. I already had a bit of prejudice with her acting since Cinderella and the four knights ... I thought of her as a very weak actress, but in the course of developing this drama, her "fluffy" feature fit in nicely into what her role asked.
The male lead gave a show. His acting was simply marvelous.

Music:
A small note for the simple fact that it was not memorable.You do not have an OST that leaves memories. You'll remember the drama very well, but not the songs.

Rewatch Value: It is certainly a drama that is worth reassisting.

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This drama was an emotional rollercoaster. No cheesy love story...and held my attention from start to finish. I have never been able to finish a med drama but couldnt stop watching this one. The acting was just glorious. The story was wonderful the feels were unforgettable. Great drama. Not sure why it only had 14 episodes but i would have watched for another 10. The characters were amazing. The plot and moral were very solid.
If you like good drama and feels this drama is for you. I am a fan of the male lead and look forward to him in many more future roles. Watch money flower if you love him in this.

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