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Bridget Jones Returns with a Bittersweet Tale of Loss and Resilience

The new film, 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy', explores Bridget’s journey as a single mother dealing with grief after Mark Darcy's death.

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For the most part, though, this reunion with Bridget is a joy.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy review – our hapless heroine is sharper, wiser and funnier
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Still, it is an adjustment to turn Bridget Jones into a character who is in this much pain all the time, and to turn a Bridget story into a sad story.
'Bridget Jones' is back – and this time, the story is bittersweet
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But I guess I’m part of the problem, because at the end of the day it’s not like I’m going to not show up for just about any iteration of a Bridget Jones or Sex and the City story.
Bridget Jones Is Following the Same Path as Carrie Bradshaw. I Have Mixed Feelings About It.
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Updated: Feb 16th, 2025, 11:47 PM ET

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In 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy', Bridget is now a single mother mourning the loss of her husband Mark, who died during a humanitarian mission four years prior. As she juggles raising her children, her friends urge her to explore dating again. Daniel Cleaver, her long-time friend, returns as a supportive figure for her and the kids. Bridget's romantic prospects include the charming yet much younger Roxster and her children's teacher, Mr. Wallaker. The film, while retaining humor, focuses on themes of grief and resilience, showcasing Renée Zellweger's powerful performance, making it both relatable and touching.

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