Mad About the Boy
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy review – our hapless heroine is sharper, wiser and funnier
Wendy Ide of The Guardian praises Renée Zellweger's performance, highlighting Bridget's evolution into a more mature and relatable character. The review also commends the return of Hugh Grant as Daniel Cleaver, adding depth and humor to the film.
Stream It Or Skip It: 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy' on Peacock
Decider's review offers a critical take, suggesting that while the film retains some nostalgic charm, Renée Zellweger's performance may feel overly cartoonish, and the plot lacks the sharpness of earlier installments.
How Bridget Jones Got Her Groove Back
Vanity Fair discusses Bridget's journey as a widowed mother in her early 50s, exploring themes of personal growth and the challenges of modern dating. The article highlights the film's balance of humor and poignancy.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy review – giant laughs for Hugh Grant but weepie sequel is strangely dazed
This earlier review from The Guardian focuses on the film's emotional depth and the performances, noting that while the film has its moments, it may not fully recapture the magic of the original.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy review – surprisingly moving final chapter
Pfangirl.com offers a positive review, highlighting the film's emotional resonance and the maturation of Bridget's character, making it a fitting conclusion to the series.