lives up to expectations

Rating: 10/10 (13 April 2001)

Like millions who are ardent fans of Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones, I was worried that the film version with an American actress couldn't deliver-happy that was I wrong! Bridget Jones is every bit as endearing as the book and Bridget is wonderfully brought to life by Renee Zelwegger. As Bridget's wayward suitors Hugh Grant and Colin Firth are both splendid, with Grant fabulous as scoundrel Daniel Cleaver and Firth in the role that once before made him famous, Mr. Darcy. Bridget Jones is a laugh out loud, rare romantic comedy that deserves v. much success.