# Youth episode 6: Bridget Jones homage

> Alex and Patrick's relationship drama in Youth's 'Desperate Measures' echoes Bridget Jones's Diary.
- Title: Youth episode 6: Bridget Jones homage · AV Club | Shortify
- Summary: Alex and Patrick's relationship drama in Youth's 'Desperate Measures' echoes Bridget Jones's Diary. Alex and Patrick's relationship struggles in Youth's…
- Keywords: youth, alex, patrick, sam, frank, desperate measures, bridget jones diary, romance, youth season 1, hbo, entertainment, culture
- Source: AV Club — https://avclub.com/youth-recap-season-1-episode-6-desperate-measures
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: youth, alex, patrick, sam, frank, desperate measures, bridget jones diary, romance, youth season 1, hbo, entertainment, culture
## Alex and Patrick's reconnection
Alex and Patrick seem to be rekindling their relationship after Patrick's confession in 'The Holiday'.
## Frank's heart recovery
Frank recovers from heart attack with healthy habits but now overeats and drinks less.
## Alex's relationship anxiety
Alex says she could see them dying together but worries Patrick isn't into her.
## Sam's marital concerns
Sam fears her marriage is rooted in physical connection after Frank's heart attack.
## Alex's work and dating
Alex tries to date Patrick but gets mixed signals while working with Sam.
## Patrick's romantic confusion
Patrick avoids commitment while trying to help Alex with her dad's podcast issue.
## Alex's hangover aftermath
Alex passes out after drinking and meets Patrick's friends but the night ends in confusion.
## Patrick's Mark Darcy moment
Patrick says 'It's messy, but I like it. I like all of it' echoing Bridget Jones's Diary.
## Alex's next steps
Alex meets Lars after her hangover and the night ends without resolution.
## Key takeaway

Alex and Patrick's relationship struggles in Youth's 'Desperate Measures' mirror Bridget Jones's Diary's romantic chaos.