The “Bridget Jones” franchise is long beloved by fans, due in extremely large part to Renée Zellweger’s portrayal of the title character. So, yes, the actress was a resource director Michael Morris turned to a lot while making the fourth film — and there was one particular insight from the Oscar winner that he says unlocked the whole thing.

Bridget Jones fans were stunned to realise a lead actor in the film received an Academy Award nomination for their efforts in one of the films, and that they won just three years later for a different

Inside Renée Zellweger's life in and out of the spotlight as Bridget Jones hits cinemas - The Standard looks back on her life and career as the Bridget Jones film is released next month