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Uncover the Hidden Easter Eggs in Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy

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This week saw the highly anticipated return of Bridget Jones, with “Mad About The Boy” being lauded by many critics as the top installment in the movie franchise so far.

In the latest installment of the movie, Renee Zellweger reprises her iconic character, Bridget, now in her fifties and a single mom of two, after the passing of her husband, Mark Darcy (portrayed by Colin Firth).

Following Mark’s heartbreaking demise, the storyline of the movie centers around Bridget, who finds herself caught up in a conflict over her affections. This struggle arises between Roxster, portrayed by Leo Woodall, and Mr. Wallaker, played by Chiwetel Ejiofor, who is a teacher character.

Although Bridget has progressed through different life stages since the release of Bridget Jones’ Diary in 2001, astute viewers will catch numerous delightful and humorous nods to the original film.

In the fourth installment, numerous tributes to the initial film are subtly incorporated through recurring costumes, dialogue, familiar phrases, and ingenious cinematography techniques reminiscent of the original.

Read on to discover all the Easter eggs in Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy. 

Bridget’s timeless wardrobe 

In the initial movie, Bridget was seen singing “All By Myself” from the comfort of her apartment, dressed in a set of red penguin-themed pajamas.

After twenty years, Bridget continues to wear her comfortable pajamas, now taking them for a spin during the school commute with her two kids.

Also making a return is her famous sheer shirt. 

In the initial movie, there was a playful correspondence between Bridget and Daniel Cleaver (portrayed by Hugh Grant), centered around the topic of Bridget’s dress length. Their exchanges had a touch of mischief to them.

The next day, Bridget tries to attract Daniel’s attention at work by dressing boldly. She chooses a mini skirt and a see-through blouse for her ensemble.

In the fourth movie, though Bridget appears more mature and seasoned, she demonstrates that her unique fashion sense remains intact – reaching for a see-through blouse in her closet.

Also making a brief cameo in the film – those pants. 

While sifting through her wardrobe, Bridget is reminded of her time with her giant knickers. 

Her time wearing her giant pants is also referenced in another scene in Mad About The Boy. 

In their intense moment together during the initial part, Daniel says to her, “These boots are quite quirky, Jones, and your dress is too. Also, I must say, those panties seem unusually large.

Proving his son has inherited his chat up lines, … tells … about her ‘silly little boots’.  

More ‘smug married couples’ 

Just as Bridget predicted in the initial movie, there’s nothing more grating than a smug married pair. But add multiple such pairs together, and it becomes even more unbearable.

In Bridget Jones’ Diary, the unattached woman faced questioning about the abundance of single women in their thirties, as she gazed at a multitude of seemingly contented couples.

On this particular occasion, I find myself once more amidst pairs at a dinner gathering, marking the anniversary of my beloved husband, Mark’s passing.

The famous blue soup

In the initial movie, clumsy chef Bridget unsuccessfully tried to prepare a delightful birthday meal for her friends, instead serving them dishes like blue soup, an omelette, and marmalade.

Bridget’s famous blue soup, created by adding colorful yarn, has achieved cult status. Now, safe recipes for recreating this unique dish can be found on various online platforms.

By the fourth edition, it appears that her culinary abilities had not significantly progressed, as even spaghetti ended up catching fire under Bridget’s care.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but notice that this time, the filmmakers have subtly acknowledged the iconic blue soup mix-up by including a scene where Bridget and her companions raise their glasses in a cheer, each holding vibrant blue cocktails.

Still All By Herself… somewhat 

In the initial movie, Bridget was seen singing “All By Myself” as she drank an entire bottle of wine alone in her apartment.

On this occasion, instead of singing the popular tune, she uses one of several versions of the same password when trying to access her Netflix account.

The situation in Chechnya 

In an attempt to captivate Daniel with her understanding of international events during the first movie, Bridget studied extensively about the Second Chechen Conflict.

Initially, it seems like her recently acquired knowledge is going unused. When she inquired about Daniel’s opinions, he dismissed her by saying bluntly: “I don’t care, Jones.

In the end, it appears that her reading was beneficial, for during the fourth part, she discloses that one of her peers hails from Chechnya.

A bottom ‘the size of Brazil’  

In the initial movie, when Bridget opts to leave her position with Daniel in the publishing industry, she transitions into the field of television instead.

In her initial television appearance, things didn’t turn out as expected. Instead, she accidentally knocked over the camera by sitting on it using what she described as a “bottom as big as Brazil,” during a slide down a fireman’s pole.

In the fourth movie, as she becomes trapped in a tree while trying to save her kids who got stuck during playtime in the park, the camera subtly focuses on her well-known backside by tilting upward.

Declarations of love in the snow 

Following a prolonged period of romantic uncertainty, Bridget and Mark publicly confess their feelings towards each other when an impromptu, pants-free Bridget pursues him through the snow.

In a nod to the memorable moment, the fourth movie finds Bridget venturing into the snow once more, now appropriately dressed, to express her feelings towards Mr. Wallaker.

Additionally, paying homage to past shooting spots, Bridget can be spotted strolling down her familiar street on an outing with her new beau, Roxster.

Her commute to walk also sees her walking back along Tower Bridge once more. 

Mark Darcy’s jumper 

At the start of Bridget Jones’ Diary, Bridget encounters her potential love interest, Mark Darcy, during her mother’s yearly turkey curry gathering on New Year’s Day.

Initially, she might think it’s a case of love at first sight. However, upon seeing Mark in his reindeer sweater, she starts to doubt this idea.

In the closing scene of Mad About The Boy, there’s a hint of their love story as their son dons the well-known sweater.

The beginning of the end 

In the initial movie, Bridget and Mark first cross paths on New Year’s Day. Conversely, the concluding film brings things back to where they started, wrapping up on New Year’s Eve.

This holiday season, as Mark is now deceased, Bridget chooses to spend it with her latest romantic companion, Mr. Wallaker.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy is available to watch in cinemas in the UK and Australia now. 

In the US, the film is streaming exclusively on Peacock. 

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2025-02-14 13:30

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