I myself loved the dialogue, and with that the overall mood and tone of the film.

Rating: Null/10 (14 May 2002)

To say that I was completely, well, delighted is probably the word I'm looking for, is a definite understatement. It's hard to believe that this film, with a cast of characters that use the word "FUCK" more frequently than any of the characters in Tarantino's films combined, be so romantically charming, but much like Bridget's weight, it oozes right out of its' seams. The charm, that is. I did not intend for that last remark to be offensive in any way, but it is a fact that Bridget (Renee Zellweger, whom I never really cared much about as an actress, but man was she great in this film!!) is overweight. What also is not meant to be taken to offense is the use of the "F" word in the film. These are everyday characters, having everyday conversations. I myself loved the dialogue, and with that the overall mood and tone of the film. This film allows you to unbutton your pants, and relax. Bridget makes you feel comfortable in your skin by allowing you to see her in just about every embarrassing situation possible...and there were plenty of those. From her being continently fixed up and dressed by her mother, to forgetting to change into her normal sized underwear before she got lucky(these being the most tame examples), Bridget takes it all in. I found myself laughing the whole time, but I realize that I was in fact laughing at myself. She is a character that in one way or another you sympathize with, because we all have had moments in our life that we were embarrassed about, but by seeing her we feel at ease. Now the performances... there is definitely some great acting in this film. It starts with Rene Zellweger's "Raging Bull" Bridget performance, and carries through with almost every character in this film. They are all acted the way acting should be, so that you can't tell they are acting!! I was definitely surprised at how great Rene played Bridget, the accent is right on, so much so that you leave thinking she is British and plays all her past roles faking the accents. Hugh Grant also gave a great performance, one that I was happy to see. In the role of Bridget's low-down-sex-crazed sleaze of a boss, he acts against type. We are used to the Hugh of films like Four Weddings and a Funeral, or Notting Hill(another film I loved), but in this film he sheds all that proves he's got something more to offer. You'll hate him and love him, something only the finest leading men can accomplish. I also must give a quick mention to Colin Firth, whose performance ties in neatly to the whole story, and does a great job being part of what could have become a messy love triangle story. I really would have given this film 4stars (and secretly I must admit, I love it beyond that), but it does rely on the romantic/comedy clichés in the end, or a spin on them at least. For example, the final chase scene for the one you love, how many times have we seen that? Don't get me wrong, I love that stuff. It's the best, and man it works in this film as much as it did in Notting Hill. I'll leave that 1/2 star out because in a way I wish it had found another way to work its self out. So if your girlfriend/friend/whatever wants to go see a movie tonight, make sure you skip the Freddy Prinze Jr. crap, and beg her to go see this. You'll both love it, and I expect all of you to thank me when you leave that theater with a smile on your face.