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Summary: Hilarous
Review: This movie was a riot! I loved it soooooo much! I've read the first book and loved it to! I'm reading the v.g. sequal!
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Summary: Marvelous, funny and with some new extras
Review: "Bridget Jones' Diary" packs enough fun, twists and turns to make two entertaining movies. Renee Zellweger turns in a memorable performance as Bridget an unmarried career woman still looking for Mr. Right in all the wrong places. Suddenly, she has two possible suitors. Her cad of a boss (Hugh Grant) who's probably all wrong for her but feels so right and a human rights lawyer (Colin Firth)who feels all wrong but is probably right for her. Her misadventures with both men will immediately win you over.
Now that we've got the plot and review out of the way I'm going to focus on what's different between this edition and the previous one. The first DVD released in 2001 and this one released to coincide with the sequel "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason" look exactly the same. There's nothing to distinguish one disc vs. another. Also, many of the special features are the same as well and, contrary to the amazon.com summary, many of these were on the original release as well.
The new edition features a handful of new featurettes. Jenny Bicks a writer/producer on "Sex and the City", the editor of Allure Magazine and others comment on the difficulties in our narcissistic society. Her comments on finding Mr. Right in a world of Mr. Wrongs are frequently on target and quite funny. It's a standard but occasionally clever featurette that weaves clips from the movie with special footage highlighting the difficulty of finding the right person in a society. "The Bridget Phenomenon" focuses on Bridget herself-Helen Fielding. Well, actually according to Helen and the film's director Sharon McGuire Helen really isn't Bridgett. She just assumed her identity for the famous columns she wrote. Interviews with the cast members discussing the perception that being single is full of woe. Fielding discusses the great appeal of Bridget lies in the gap of how their expected to be and how they actually are. "Portrait of the Make Up Artist" focuses on Graham Johnston the chief make up artist on "Bridget Jones Diary" and the newly released sequel. All the other featurettes and Special Features appeared on the first edition of this funny comedy with the exception of "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason" trailer. There's also reviews of the first film on this disc.
The original release had the feature commentary by director Sharon Maguire, the behind-the-scenes featurette on the making of the movie, deleted scenes. Contrary to the listing here the original Bridget Jones' Diary Columns appeared on the first disc as well. Missing from the new edition are the music videos. That's about it. The film sounds and looks exactly the same as the previous edition.
If you haven't purchased the film before or rented it on video but didn't buy the DVD, this new edition is worthwhile picking up. If you have the previous edition, these new featurettes will only make this worthwhile if you will watch them (some folks don't pay attention to featurettes at all or watch them one time)more than one time. All of the new featurettes are quite entertaining but hardly essential.
Regardless of which edition you buy, this is a delightful, funny, frothy and clever film that you can enjoy on your own or with a signficant other. Step into Bridget's world and, if you haven't seen this and are going to see the sequel, definitely pick this up first for a delightful introduction to Bridget and her men.
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Summary: British Gents plus American Lady equals...
Review: ...Worldwide Success. Once again the makers of "Four Weddings and a Funeral" and "Notting Hill" have Topped themselves with "Bridget Jones' Diary", a Smart, Funny and Realistic Romantic Comedy. The Formula Still works, combine an All British Cast with an American Leading Lady and watch the Characters and Chemistry Shine, but This one is a Little more Daring, Hugh Grant is cast against type as a Lecherous Philanderer... And it works Brilliantly. Renee Zellweger is cast against type as a Plump, Graceless Brit... And it works Beautifully. Colin Firth is cast as... Well, Colin Firth... And it works Perfectly.Zellwegers British Accent is Spot On, she Silences her Critics with a Top-Notch Performances and even though she had to put on a few pounds for the role, I don't think she has Ever been more Attractive. Hugh Grant finally gets to lose his Innocent, Stuttering Persona for something a Little more Fun, and he looks like he is Loving it, as am I. Colin Firth Recycles his "Mr Darcy" (from the BBC Production of Jane Austin's "Pride and Prejudice") role in this film playing a man named... Mr Darcy. I am All too Familiar with this character as my Mother and Sister watch P and P Religiously, he fits the role like Pierce Brosnan suits Bond. My mother tells me that there are Many Other similarities between B J's D and P and P, fans of the Novel or the Miniseries should have fun picking them out. (My Mother sure did) Director Sharon Maguire Knows the Terrain, that's Blindingly Obvious. She has, in many ways, made the Perfect Romantic Comedy, I Simply Cannot pick a fault. I Adored the Characters and Loved the Script which Literally had me Laughing Immediately and Constantly. From the Hilarious Starting Credits at the Train Station, the First Character to open his mouth had me in a Fit of Laughter, and During the End Credits it Doesn't Stop, as the Names roll, the Jokes just Keep on Coming. It's a film that Keeps of Giving. Like All the aforementioned films, B J's D is a film for Everyone, Kids will enjoy watching Bridget fall over here and there, Women will like it All, especially the two male leads and Men will love the Humour and Zellwegers Loveable performance. It's 5 Star Entertainment All the Way.
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Summary: Excellent film, v.g. fun for singletons, smug marrieds alike
Review: 13 November 2004. Weight: more than Renee Zellweger on a fat day. Calories: enough to feed a small third-world nation. Alcohol units: how many units are there in a bottle of wine anyway?
Have just watched Bridget Jones's Diary for umpteenth time and wondered, "Does anyone really need yet another Bridget Jones review?" Well - yes.
Warning: if you are offended by excessive drinking, smoking, profanity, workplace flirting, sexual innuendo, and gratuitous shots of Hugh Grant in wet shirt, you probably will not like this movie.
On the other hand, if you ever have loved wrong man (person), wondered if you would die old and alone (and eventually be eaten by dogs), or walked across London Bridge after night of shagging Hugh Grant look-alike (perhaps not), then you will find this movie v.v. amusing and quite entertaining.
The plot is well known - 30-something singleton Bridget Jones (Renee Zellweger) hooks up with caddish boss Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant), whilst finding self increasingly attracted to aloof human rights barrister Mark Darcy (Colin Firth). Mark Darcy is eerily similar in personality and appearance to that other famous Mr. Darcy of Pride and Prejudice. Not a coincidence, as Helen Fielding's novel was based on Pride and Prejudice, and of course both Mr. Darcys are broodily and gorgeously portrayed on-screen by Colin Firth.
Bridget is rather unique among romantic comedy heroines, as she is not thin, has questionable taste in clothing, and has hair which is almost always having a bad day. She is clumsy, often says the wrong thing, and doesn't much like her job. (And she can't cook.) Most women can see a bit of themselves in Bridget, even as they congratulate themselves for having much better hair and clothes.
But Bridget's flaws are not only hilariously funny, they are lovable. We laugh with her, and wouldn't really want her to lose those 20 pounds, or get a better hairstylist, or curb her verbal diarhhea. We love her, just as she is.
This movie is all about Bridget, but there wouldn't be a story without the men in her life. And who wouldn't want to have Colin Firth and Hugh Grant fighting over her? (Colin Firth - wet white shirt in Pride and Prejudice; Hugh Grant - wet white shirt in Bridget Jones's Diary; it's a very tough one to call!) Grant is funny and sexy and v.v. bad as sleazy (yet charming) Daniel Cleaver. Firth is haughty and sexy and v.v. good as repressed (yet smoldering) Mark Darcy (and he makes a mean omelet).
Bridget Jones's Diary is one of the few movies based on a book which not only does justice to the book, but adds to one's enjoyment of it. Zellweger, Firth, and Grant add personality and faces to the characters of Bridget, Mark Darcy, and Daniel Cleaver. Forever more, Renee Zellweger will be the face of Bridget Jones. And hurrah for that. (More wine, anyone? Chocolate? Wet white shirt? Mmmm...)
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Summary: Loved it!
Review: Absolutely loved this movie. Made me feel like I was falling in love all over again. (not with the actors, but the feelings themselves...so real, so powerful, felt them along with Bridget). Not quite love at first sight, but more, going though the wrong man (or men) to stumble upon the right one, and quite unexpextedly. A wonderful journey thru a year in the life of a not-so-typical single woman about to fall in love with the most unlikely man. Lots to relate to (for women anyway) and a most happy ending (which I love of course). One that almost didnt happen, right up to the end, the whole thing could've gone awry. But love finds a way doesn't it? Well sure it does. Sometimes. Brought tears to my eyes. And I loved the song by Gabrielle (one of many good ones used in the film but especially this one), "Out of Reach." About love lost, and love not meant to be (or so it seemed to me). Played at the perfect moment. Can't wait for the sequel (on DVD!). Loved Renee Zelwegger and Colin Farrel in this. Excellent movie.
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Summary: Renee Zellewegger's Best Film Yet!
Review: As I began to watch Bridget Jones's Diary I thought to myself this shall be a great waste of 98 minutes. By The end of the 98 minutes, I found out I was right. This was a great waste of time. Bridget Jones is a woman who is true and not fake. She tells the difficulties that women have to go through today during the 21st century. Through this whole film, I smiled. I also noticed about this film is that is has a marvelous soundtrack. The music for this film is excellent. It goes completely along with Bridget Jones life and experiences. I enjoyed this film and am looking forward to reading the book and seeing the sequel.
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Summary: A wonderful pleasant surprise!
Review: Bridget Jones is what every woman was at some point in her life: unsatisfied with her love life, frustrated with men, a drinker/smoker, and the "butt" of jokes with friends and associates (watch the firehouse scene and you'll understand the "butt" reference). This film is a funny, warm, and realistic take on singledom.
Renee Zellweger not only pulled off a near-flawless British accent to where I almost forgot she was from Texas, but she brought a lot of charm and wit to Bridget. She wasn't perfect and she often embarassed herself. I think movies too often try to portray these perfect women and the guys as the idiots who humiliate themselves to get near them. But women do silly things to sometimes. And these things can be just as funny as Freddie Prinze, Jr. falling down or something.
The men are good in this movie too. Colin Firth is the smug British male, unwilling to admit his feelings, insecure. You spend half the movie trying to figure out whether to love or hate him, but the end fills in the gaps for you. Hugh Grant, always great, is cocky and slimy. But how many mistakes have women dated? All of us girls have seen this character in our dating life.
My only criticism: Bridget is not fat, at least Renee wasn't fat in the film. I get tired of the Hollywood standards of what is beautiful and skinny. Renee looked like a normal healthy woman to me, a kind of girl who has become unappreciated in this society as of late. Guys, please, reconsider your obsession with plastic and opt for the natural woman. She won't let you down, I promise.
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Summary: Lighthearted Fun!
Review: Bridget Jones's Diary is full of wonderful lighthearted fun. I enjoy every minute of watching it. The cast is wonderful. By the end of the movie I have definitely fallen in love with Mark Darcy played by Colin Firth. And Renee is so adorable; it is hard to imagine any one would dislike her in this movie unless they have a fixation on appreciating only the beautiful people. Hugh Grant's Daniel Cleever is irresistible - he has me convinced that sometimes women would fall for the bad boys. Colin Firth is magical. With very little appealing material to work with, playing a "dreadful cold fish", he has subtly shown Mark Darcy's kindness and charm that gradually wins everyone's heart. I cannot get enough of these scenes, which have him in it. In my opinion, they should give this nice boy more camera times - that's the only complain I have about this movie. I also have to congratulate the whole production team for successfully creating a movie of such weightless fun, and at the same time being honest and sincere to the human emotions. It is very hard to believe that this movie is Sharon Maguire's first one.
I never read the book. So, it is safe to say that my observation is not biased by any experience from reading the book. If you wish to have some fun and also like to dream a little bit, this is definitely the movie for you.
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Summary: It's a gem, a keeper, a library addition
Review: Bridget Jones's Diary was an unexpected surprise for me. I suppose I expected a sappy Renee and Hugh love story. It's not. Substitute sticky for sappy and lust for love and your getting in the right neighborhood. I didn't have to identify with Bridget's (Renee Zellweger) biological clock to get the squirmy wormies during her multiple awkward situations or to feel triumphant when she overcame in spite of her embarrassment. Hugh Grant plays the lovable rogue and the object of Bridget's heart. Even though the role of the scoundrel is a departure for Grant he plays it much as he does when he's the victim of love. If anything his good guy history adds to the allure of twists in the movie. I am a Renee Z fan anyway but her portrayal of an undesirable, overweight, out of the game English spinster was amazing. None of these terms come to mind when I think of Ms Zellweger yet she was completely believable. Oh yeah, I forgot the most important thing; I laughed out loud a lot. This is a very funny movie. The story is great. The cast is great. Buy the movie.
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Summary: One of the best comedy films for some time.
Review: Bridget Jones's Diary was one of the best films of 2001, and genuinely funny: that is the big difference between the modern American teen flicks which try hard to be funny, and this film which is effortlessly hilarious. Renee Zellweger was a surprising choice to play the completely English and dumpy Bridget, but she pulls it off brilliantly, particularly with the dull middle-class English accent which is very realistic. Bridget is 32, overweight, underpaid, and without a boyfriend. The flim, through the eyes of her diary, follows her amusing attempts to shape up, and get a man. In fact, she gets two men; her swarmy boss Daniel Cleaver, and a lawyer who she has known and detested from the age of five, Mark Darcy. Hugh Grant is wonderful as the slimy but irresitable Cleaver, and Colin Firth just as good as the slightly abrupt and reticent Darcy. There are good cameos from Jim Broadbent as Bridget's bumbling but likeable dad, and Gemma Jones as her snobbish mum. There are even surprise cameos from Jeffrey Archer and Salman Rushdie, both playing themselves. This cocktail makes for a most enteraining movie. There is emotion and seriousness in the right places, but lighter moments are never far away. The film will probably appeal particularly to younger women, but there is plenty in there for everyone, mainly because the film produces so many wonderful human charactitures. It's well worth buying, and bringing out over Christmas and when friends and family come round. If nothing else, the music soundtrack is brilliant.
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