Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason

What’s it about?

Bridget Jones’ newfound happiness with Mark Darcy is tested by her insecurities and the reappearance of her ex, Daniel Cleaver.

The facts 

• Directed by Beeban Kidron
• Starring Renée Zellweger (Chicago), Colin Firth (The King’s Speech), Hugh Grant (Notting Hill), Jacinda Barrett (Poseidon), Jim Broadbent (Moulin Rouge!), Gemma Jones (Sense and Sensibility), Sally Phillips (Notting Hill), and Celia Imrie (The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel)
• English language with some German and Thai (subtitled)
• Runtime: 107 minutes

Why did it get this rating? 

This film game was cross-rated by the Film and Video Labelling Body. You can find out more about cross-rating here.

Sexual references

Sex is implied in many scenes where characters are shown in minimal clothing, however you never see it happen and there is no nudity.

Nude portraits and statues can be seen in a museum.

There are also occasional references to sex, including oral sex, which are mostly played for laughs.

Drug use

A woman eats a magic mushroom, causing her to hallucinate and making her vision blurry.

One character is sent to prison for carrying cocaine. Adults are frequently shown smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol.

Offensive language

This film contains offensive language including “f**k,” “sh*t,” “asshole,” and “b*tch.”

When content stays with you: 

We all have our boundaries, and it’s completely okay if something you’ve watched is weighing on your mind. If certain content lingers with you, consider having a chat with friends or whānau to debrief about what you’ve just seen. But if you’re still feeling affected, please reach out to any of the following helplines for support.  

• 1737
• Safe to talk
• Lifeline
• Youthline

Further information 

• Why are ratings and content warnings important for me and my whānau?
• Brain development – how it works, why it matters