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13 things you probably didn't know about 'Bridget Jones's Diary'
13 things you probably didn't know about 'Bridget Jones's Diary'
Meghan ReinhardtJan 3, 2021, 20:56 IST
Renée Zellweger starred in "Bridget Jones's Diary."Miramax
"Bridget Jones's Diary" hit theaters in 2001, but even superfans may not know all of these fun facts about the rom-com.
The movie is based on a book series, and some of the characters were inspired by real people.
One of the movie's iconic scenes almost didn't make it in because they ran out of time to film it.
Renée Zellweger has said she's open to reprising her famous role again.
Almost 20 years ago, Bridget Jones entered the rom-com scene and stole fans' hearts with her relatable struggles, charm, and clumsiness in "Bridget Jones's Diary" (2001).
Here are some fun facts you probably didn't know about the film:
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The movie is based on a book by Helen Fielding.
The book and movie are both part of a series.
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The iconic fire-pole scene almost didn't make it into the movie.
Renée Zellweger in "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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The snowy scenes at the beginning and end of the film were inspired by "It's a Wonderful Life."
The director based the shots on one of her favorite holiday films.
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It took a while to come up with the right design for Mark Darcy's Christmas sweater.
Colin Firth in "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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It started out as an indie movie until Hugh Grant and Firth signed on.
Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant in "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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"Bridget Jones's Diary" wasn't the first time Firth played a Mr. Darcy.
Colin Firth played Mr. Darcy on the "Pride and Prejudice" miniseries.
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One of the characters is based on the film's director.
Sally Phillips as Shazzer in "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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The film wasn't a big hit at first.
The production team was worried it wasn't going to be well received.
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Zellweger spent three weeks working at a publishing house in London to prepare for the role.
Renée Zellweger as Bridget Jones.
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Some UK wine experts blamed the movie for the dip in chardonnay sales.
The wine is featured throughout the movie, but not always in the best context.
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The final movie in the "Bridget Jones" trilogy came out 15 years after the first.
Two sequels came out after "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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The fight scene between Firth and Grant's characters was originally supposed to look sexy.
Colin Firth and Hugh Grant's character fought in "Bridget Jones's Diary."
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Zellweger said she's open to revisiting her beloved role in the future.
Renée Zellweger is still well-known for playing Bridget Jones.
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