Bridget Jones's Diary is set in London and shares similarities with Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. It follows the story of Bridget Jones, played by Renee Zellweger, as she navigates her love life and career. The film has a British cast and crew and its soundtrack features both British and international artists. It portrays stereotypical British issues like smoking, swearing, drinking and focuses on the themes of love, comedy and Bridget's quirky narration of her own story.