Bridget Jones: Mad about the Boy | Review by: Benjamin Garrett
I wouldn’t consider myself a big fan of the Bridget Jones films. I enjoyed the first one, disliked the second and was lukewarm on the third. Naturally, my expectations were muted for what felt like an unnecessary addition to a franchise that probably shouldn’t have become one. To my pleasant surprise, Mad About the Boy is a poignant and hilarious final chapter in Bridget Jones’ diary. this film recaptures the spirit of the original with a newfound sense of maturity, making for a series best instalment. As a standalone romantic comedy, this movie doesn’t reinvent the wheel, nor does it offer any big surprises in its plot structure. The characters fans came to know and love 24 years ago are back. The sense of humour has been preserved and updated impressively for modern audiences. This entry plays like a love letter to long time fans, but doesn’t bank solely on nostalgia. I was shocked that this didn’t feel like a tacked on cash grab, but instead like the natural next chapter of Bri...
