"Film of the year": Fans react with wholesome and hilarious memes after watching 'Bridget Jones' 

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy has brought back the magic of everyone's favorite relatable heroine, sparking waves of fan reactions online. With her charm, clumsiness, and never-ending romantic adventures, Bridget, who was initially portrayed in the early 2000s, became a symbol for fans of romantic comedies. Fans are already calling her most recent feature the "film of the year"—and with good reason. One fan tweeted,

"Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy film of the year..." and the internet responded in kind, sharing their emotional rollercoaster through hilarious memes and heartfelt posts.

Fans are going crazy about what may be the rom-com event of the decade as a result of the comeback of well-known characters, such as the always gorgeous and generationally favorite Hugh Grant.

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From wholesome memes to hilarious reactions, fans are obsessed with the new Bridget Jones movie

Fans flocked to social media to share their thoughts, and their reactions range from teary-eyed nostalgia to laughing fits. The film’s emotional depth struck a chord, with one fan tweeting,

"Me throughout 70% of Bridget Jones today," alongside a GIF of a man tearing up.

Others couldn’t help but comment on the iconic rom-com stars. One user tweeted,

"Just finished watching Bridget Jones Mad About A Boy literally 5 minutes ago, and I have come to the conclusion we will NEVER have another romcom Hugh Grant, and that is the reality we have to live with."

Hugh Grant's charm hasn't dimmed, even in his older roles, as reflected in a post stating,

"Watching the new Bridget Jones and oh my goddddddd old man Hugh Grant!"

The emotional ups and downs were real, with fans feeling all kinds of ways while watching. One meme-heavy post said,

"Wanted to do this several times while watching new Bridget Jones in cinema today," paired with a GIF of Florence Pugh from Midsommar, crying into the sky.

And while the film might not be aiming for Oscar glory, one fan posed the question many may be thinking:

"Is it too late to give the new Bridget Jones best picture at the Oscar’s?"

Even Hugh Grant’s character, Daniel Cleaver, made a lasting impression, despite his questionable choices. As one fan hilariously put it,

"Hugh Grant was an awful human being in the film. Unfortunately, I am in love with him."

Fans seem to agree that seeing Grant reprise his role was a treat, with one saying,

"Hearing Hugh Grant as a resurrected Daniel Cleaver say, 'Bridget Jones, how’s the skirt?' in the year 2025 has just healed something inside me."

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A new chapter for Bridget, but should it have happened?

Although there are some familiar names and places in the new film of the series, the discussion about sequels is not quite clear yet. The ability of the series to evoke laughter, tears, and sympathy for the clumsy yet endearing Bridget has made it a beloved series for over a decade now. Fans, however, are beginning to grow weary of Hollywood's obsession with bringing back cherished characters for yet another round.

The most recent movie, which is based on Helen Fielding's 2013 novel, honors the other movies while also adding new elements to Bridget's existing bubbly universe. While some viewers are quite excited about its comeback, others are wondering if this additional movie was really required. Although Mad About the Boy has experienced emotional highs (from loyal emotional fans), the sequel's production does demonstrate a broader pattern of Hollywood, where sequels do occasionally go beyond their welcome. Hollywood's tendency to milk franchises for every last bit of nostalgia has its obvious drawbacks; like audiences desperately craving fresh stories, among others.

Fans are more than happy to accept another round of Bridget's crazy stories of love, despite the skepticism. Since its debut in 2001 with Bridget Jones's Diary, the series has been a staple of rom-com culture, and its ability to captivate viewers again shows us the timeless nature of its oh-so-loved characters—and frankly, we're so sad!