Funny

Rating: 6/10 (9 November 2001)

The movie is based on Helen Fielding's novel, but the story-line is nothing novel, and in fact reminiscent of Picture Perfect. But the focus here is on the spinsterhood of the sulking heroine.
The plot gives ample scope for humour and it is exploited fully by the cast and crew. The difference is that the movie is set in the UK and hence accomplishes a unique marriage of British humour and Hollywood film-making.

Zellweger does her role to perfection in all aspects, while the others are adequate. Grant takes a break from his "nice guy" stereotype. The soundtrack might be worth buying.
You can be assured of a good time if you don't expect too much of the usual mushy stuff. Don't bother about the diary; it's there just to keep things interesting.