MartinHafer I understand that musicals and dancing were very popular back in the day. However, in the case of "Happy Go Lovely", the film really worked well and was a lovely comedy but every time they had dance numbers, the tempo of the film slowed to a crawl. It's a shame, but really think eliminating the production numbers or cutting back on them would have helped the film.The story is set in Edinburgh, which is a bit odd since it's about an American stage production and its leader, Mr. Frost (Caesar Romero). He's in a bind because the production has run out of money and the creditors are threatening to close them down before they can even open. Later, when he and others mistakenly think one of the chorus girls is a rich man's girlfriend, Frost kisses up to Janet Jones (Vera-Ellen) and gives her the lead...hoping to make her rich 'boyfriend', Mr. Bruno happy. The hope, of course, is that Bruno will then agree to finance the show. Here's where the film gets interesting, Janet actually does meet Bruno (David Niven) but thinks he's a reporter. And when she asks him to pretend to be Bruno, he agrees! What's next, apart from a lot of dull dancing? See the film.I'd give this one a seven. Without all the dancing, I'd probably give it an 8. But the comedy is sparkling and fun and the rest is filler...to much at times.

wes-connors In Scotland, for the Edinburgh Festival, chorus girl Vera-Ellen (as Janet Jones) mistakes millionaire David Niven (as B.G. Bruno) for a newspaper reporter. "Happy Go Lovely" has them falling predictably in love, with the dubious threat of mistaken identity threatening their relationship. She makes Mr. Niven want to "dance and sing and climb trees," but only off-camera, apparently. While the plot is flat-footed, some of the professional dancers perform well, with the extended London street sequence a highlight. Other than that, watch for Vera-Ellen and a bevy of bare-legged women.**** Happy Go Lovely (3/6/51) Bruce Humberstone ~ Vera-Ellen, David Niven, Caesar Romero, Bobby Howes

rlundahl9 endearing tale........ voted ten against all averages for my age and sex... not all that much comedy (compared to a i almost wet myself movie) although funny enough. not a fan of musicals at all so probably a little too much for me, but they do give you time to grab a drink or soda without missing anything important. maybe a fifties version of when harry met sally? Ahab no not really but if that is in your top ten like it is mine you will like this movie. really it just leaves you with a warm fuzzy feeling, reminding you of what romance could and should be like, something to shoot for. my summary describes it best in very few words..... quite charming

clark-9 David Niven et al are charming in this tale involving the confused identity of Niven's character. The love story and humor were more interesting to me than the musical aspects which seemed rather weak except for Vera-Ellen's dancing talent. Depending on your interest, you can fast-forward these scenes. The confused identity situations seemed more natural and less contrived than most movies and certainly were better than today's TV situation comedies.David Niven is especially good at being David Niven! Ceasar Romero does well, if a little extreme, in his role.