February 18, 2025
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy director Michael Morris on Bridget, Tone and Making TV and Film
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Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast! This week, we're revisiting a beloved character and diving headfirst into the world of Bridget Jones, but with a modern twist! We're joined by the talented director who brought us "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy," Michael Morris! Michael's career has been a fascinating journey through the worlds of film and television. He's directed episodes of critically acclaimed shows like "Better Call Saul," "Bloodline," "Halt and Catch Fire," "13 Reasons Why," and most recently, "For All Mankind" and his feature "To Leslie" His ability to capture nuanced characters and compelling stories across genres is truly impressive. And now, he's taken on the iconic Bridget Jones, bringing her into the 21st century with wit, charm, and a whole lot of heart. Get ready for a delightful conversation with Michael Morris and Dom Lenoir as they discuss his experience directing "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy," the challenges of revisiting a beloved franchise, and the evolution of Bridget Jones in a modern world. Only on The Filmmakers Podcast! Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy IN cinemas NOW PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, onset water bottles, mugs and more MERCH . https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/ COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/ PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on film-making? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written, edited and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices