Bridget Jones is v.g

Rating: Null/10 (1 June 2001)

Having read the excellent book, I never actually thought the film could live up to it, let alone beat it. However, I have been proved wrong. When I went to see it, it made me think of the last film which I thought was this funny - and I couldn't remember. The film was brilliant, it included every necessary scene from the book, and also added its own (the fight scene, etc.) I was never one of those who doubted Renee Zellweger and now that I have seen it twice, all I can do is laugh in the face of those who did. The three main leads were superb. Zellweger did a great accent and actually looked the part of 9st and a bit Bridget. Hugh was pleasing as Daniel. When I first heard of his casting, though, I was sceptical as he is usually playing the romantic hero, however, I have been proved wrong again. I was never a fan of Colin Firth and I hadn't even seen the BBC version of 'Pride and Prejudice' - until seeing this film. He is suitable as the aloof barrister Mark Darcy, however he is smouldering and very good looking, despite appearances. This, being Sharon Maguire's debut, is fantastic; funny, poignant and just superb!!!