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This Happy Feeling
Janet Blake leaves a party when her boss drunkenly makes passes at her and is offered a ride to the subway with Bill Tremaine. When she thinks Bill is making advances too, she flees into a rainstorm and ends up at the house of his neighbor, retired actor Preston Mitchell. Preston hires her as his secretary, and soon both men are pursuing Janet.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Nancy Packer, is determined to find a husband and believes she has narrowed it down to three potential suitors. However, her life becomes complicated when she discovers that all three men are already married. She tries to navigate these awkward situations while her own romantic feelings become increasingly confused.
Critical Reception
This Happy Feeling was generally met with mixed to positive reviews, praised for its lighthearted tone and Debbie Reynolds's charming performance. Some critics found the plot predictable, but it was largely seen as an enjoyable, escapist romantic comedy suitable for family audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and whimsical romantic comedy elements.
Debbie Reynolds's performance was a highlight, bringing charm and energy to her role.
Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but contemporary reception generally indicated it was a pleasant and entertaining romantic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel "The Golden Spur" by Dawn Powell, though the story was significantly altered for the screen.
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