Wonderful, must see movie

Rating: 8/10 (24 April 2001)

Renée Zellweger packs a punch as a 30-something Bridget Jones in the brilliantly directed movie "Bridget Jones's Diary". She takes this character and embodies her as no one else can. Even though she is a native Texan, you'd never know it due to the superb work done by dialogue coach Barbara Berkery. While the movie does not stay true to the book, the literary license that has been taken is so cleverly done it doesn't really matter. Hugh Grant and Colin Firth, as her two suitors, are equally convincing in their roles. The plot line follows Bridget from one New Years to the next through her daily diary entries. She makes several resolutions to make her life better and as we find out, they don't exactly work out that way. From the very beginning of this movie, you'll find yourself captivated with her wit and humor. Aimed mainly at the female audience, this film charms one and all.