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Summary: Not what I expected!
Review: I wanted to wait and read the book before I saw the movie but I couldnt wait. It was practically calling out to me! It was not at all what I expected! But I still have to say it was pretty good. The movie is about Bridget Jones, who is an overweight 30 something business woman who has a huge crush on her boss. Enough said!
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Summary: Colin Firth. Definitely "Sex on a Stick." Must Own ASAP.
Review: You will be delighted to own this movie. Don't bother renting it, as the late feels will kill you and you will eventually own it anyway. This is due in no small part to great performances by Renee, Colin, and Hugh. They all do an impeccable job. I am really impressed. It is a great movie to pop in most anytime with mild language, and light scenes. Everything is very humorous, but the character development of Ms. Jones is what sticks with you. She will appeal to all real women, since she represents the best in us. She is not as confident as "stick insects," but much more thoughtful and sweet than the model types that dominate movies today. It is unbelievable that Renee did not get an academy award. Who won=who knows? She is Ms. Jones. Hugh is perfect as the villian. Colin perfect as the gentleman. You need to own this movie for the following reasons: (1) forget CNN; (2) enjoy youself; (3) relax; (4) remember when you were young single and less than perfect; (5) because you can. (6) Colin Firth - discover something new - America. Sit back, relax, enjoy. Sweet dreams!
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Summary: Wonderful movie!
Review: I absolutely loved this movie from start to breathtakingly sexy finish. Colin Firth is strong and very sexy. It's funny, sweet, sexy, witty, and intelligent. The fight scene between Hugh Grant and Colin Firth is hilarious! Picture two educated, proper Englishmen, duking it out wildly in the street, while retaining their ever-so-polite manners. The only criticism, is that Hollywood backed off of making Bridget even slightly overweight. She doesn't look anorexic, but she is definitely not the chunky Bridget Jones of the novel! The chemistry between Renee and Colin is great. I very RARELY actually buy movies, since there aren't many that I would actually want to watch over and over. This is definitely one to buy!
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Summary: Great Chick FLICK
Review: This movie is for WOMEN ONLY. Men just wouldn't understand it. It is not a "male" movie. I love it...especially Colin Firth! I just think he is GORGEOUS! Anyway, Major chick flick...'nuff said!
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Summary: Good and Funny!
Review: Good movie, one of Renee Zellweger's best
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Summary: hilarious screen version of Fielding's book
Review: BRIDGET JONES'S DIARY was one of the top-grossing films of 2001, thanks to a hilarious script by Helen Fielding, Richard Curtis and Andrew Davies, and a superb cast headed by Renee Zellweger.Bridget Jones (Renee Zellweger) is your average 32-year-old single girl who smokes too much, drinks too much and can't seem to land Mr Right. An affair with her cocky, self-obsessed boss (Hugh Grant - NOTTING HILL) ends up in tears, while a childhood friend, Darcy (Colin Firth - PRIDE AND PREJUDICE) just rubs Bridget up the wrong way. When her parents (Jim Broadbent and Gemma Jones) unexpectedly break up, Bridget is left questioning the longevity of relationships and commitment in the long run. Everything - from ciggies to snogs - is recorded in her faithful diary, a record of her life and her dreams. A fantastic, hilarious film that only improves on repeated viewings. The DVD includes director's commentary by Sharon Maguire, deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes footage/interviews, actual segments from Fielding's original 'diary' entries and music videos for "Killin' Kind" (Shelby Lynne) and "Out Of Reach" (Gabrielle).
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Summary: "Am national laughing stock. Have bottom the size of Brazil"
Review: Bridget Jones's Diary is a surprisingly good movie. Detractors who deride it for its admittedly minimalist plot miss the point - this is a film that shows life without the layers of artificiality favoured by directors (resulting in movies somehow removed from the realm of the everyday in which us mere mortals dwell). Life is frequently aimless and trivial; and therein lies the movie's attraction. Notwithstanding of course that this is a very funny and highly original comedy. Bridget (played with considerable aplomb by Renee Zellweger) belongs to the ranks of that modern phenomenon - the over-30, unmarried career woman. Just when it seems Bridget may be destined for terminal spinster-hood, two opposing forces enter her life - charming cad Daniel, and uptight (but very sexy) lawyer Mark. Which of the two is her Mr. Right? And why does everyone insist on asking that question detested by all singletons - "How's your love life going?" The movie's conclusion is predictable, and although any other ending would leave the audience feeling cheated, it does seem somewhat tame and ultimately unsatisfying. The film encourages the viewer both to get involved with Bridget emotionally and to laugh at her at the same time. Perhaps the best joke is the milieu inhabited by her parents - where the mini-gherkin is the height of sophistication, and 60-year-olds throw garden parties with such alarming themes as 'tarts and vicars'. Bridget is certainly no social butterfly, and whilst we cringe at her public embarrassments (notably her TV report involving a fireman's pole and a bottom the size of Brazil), we triumph with her when she manages to turn a bad situation to her advantage. Maybe we can recognise a little bit of Bridget Jones in all of us.
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Summary: Bridget is v.v.v.g.- Darcy is excellent!
Review: The first time that I viewed this film, I happened to rent it over a weekend. Well, if there is a record for no. of viewings over a two day period, I must have beaten it. As soon as Bridget began to lip-sync to "All By Myself", I related. Every time she floundered through some public moment by screwing up totally, I related. In the end though, her appeal isn't that she does mess up, but that she doesn't let it keep her down. She gets up and moves on, as life always must. Renee Zellweger does an admirable job with the whole British accent/slang challenge. In fact, after the first minute, I forgot that she is American. Also, I would like to say that she looked far better at 130 lbs. than at 100 (much too thin), which is her usual weight. As her love interests; Hugh Grant(Daniel)is an insensitive skirt chaser, just as he is supposed to be, and Colin Firth(Mark) is everything else...perfectly. If his expressions of sympathy and empathy throughout the film doesn't melt your heart, than you have none. Both he and Renee can express more in one look than most actors can do with an entire speech. All-in-all, Bridget Jones and her diary are v. funny, and v. v. rewatchable.
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Summary: Love this movie!
Review: It is no surprise that the 21st century remake of a beloved Austen book could still hold true today. I love every aspect of this movie--dialogue to the social situations in which Bridget finds herself into. I have to say that I had doubts when they picked Renee Zellweger to portray a very British Bridget, but she succeeds. You just can't help but love her in this role! Colin Firth is hot and great in his portrayal as Mark Darcy. Hugh Grant is as slimy as ever. How can he be so charming and skanky at the same time? I own this movie and love watching it every second! Great buy!
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Summary: Juvinile
Review: The 'plot' is weak and one dimensional so don't expect intrigue and sophistication. If you find sexual inuendo and bad language entertaining then you may enjoy this movie. I'm no prude and can cuss up a storm with the best (or worst) but I find the use of four letter words in a public display distastful. The sexy part was quite amusing; it was the language that made me squirm. The movie didn't need it and it would have been 10 times better without the anglo-saxon expletives.
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