This, the second and last of Astaire's outings with Hayworth, avoids wartime themes, and benefits from lavish production values – a consequence of the box-office success of the earlier You'll Never Get Rich. Kern created a standard with "I'm Old Fashioned". Initially, Kern was unhappy about the selection of Cugat and his orchestra; however, when production was complete, he was so pleased with the band's performance that he presented Cugat with a silver baton. Although Hayworth had a fine voice, Harry Cohn insisted on her singing being dubbed throughout by Nan Wynn.
The film is a rework of the 1941 Argentine musical Los martes, orquídeas (On Tuesdays, Orchids) directed by Francisco Múgica.
It follows the usual conventions established by Astaire in his earlier musicals, such as an anti-romantic first meeting between the two leads, a virtuoso dance solo for Astaire, a playful dance duet and a romantic dance duet.
Fred Astaire&Rita Hayworth-You were never lovelier
The title song from movie classic "You were never lovelier" with Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth from 1942.
published: 22 Jan 2008
The Shorty George - You Were Never Lovelier (1942)
Rita Hayworth and Fred Astaire in "You Were Never Lovelier" (1942). They also starred and danced in "You'll Never Get Rich" (1941).
published: 13 Aug 2017
I'm Old Fashioned - Fred Astaire & Rita Hayworth - You Were Never Lovelier (1942)
I'm Old Fashioned
(1942) (uncredited)
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
Arranged by Conrad Salinger
Sung by Rita Hayworth (dubbed by Nan Wynn) and Fred Astaire
Danced by Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth
Played as background music at the anniversary party
_/
Directed by William A. Seiter
Writing Credits
Michael Fessier ... (screenplay) and
Ernest Pagano ... (screenplay) and
Delmer Daves ... (screenplay)
Carlos A. Olivari ... (story) (as Carlos Olivari) and
Sixto Pondal Ríos ... (story) (as Sixto Póndal Ríos)
Cast (in credits order) verified as complete
Fred Astaire ... Robert Davis
Rita Hayworth ... Maria Acuña
etc.
Produced by
Louis F. Edelman ... producer
Music by
Leigh Harline ... (uncredited)
Costume Design by
Irene ... (gowns)
_/
Margarita Carmen Cansino
晴れて今宵は フレッド・アス...
published: 10 Apr 2023
I'm Old Fashioned (You Were Never Lovelier -- 1942)
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth -- and the music of Jerome Kern. It doesn't get any better than this.
published: 23 Sep 2010
You were never Lovelier Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth colorized 1942
Columbia – 1942
Directed by William A. Seiter
Starring Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth, and Adolphe Menjou
No copyright intended - the rights to this video remain with the original creator, this is purely for educational and promotional purposes.
Watch the movie: https://itunes.apple.com/fm/movie/you-were-never-lovelier/id315286536
published: 14 Aug 2017
You Were Never Lovelier (1942) -- The finale.
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth dance to the Kern-Mercer title tune in William Seiter's "You Were Never Lovelier."
Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts about classic Hollywood comedies at https://comicspiritblog.wordpress.com/
published: 22 Feb 2020
You Were Never Lovelier
Title song from the film starring Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth.
Played by Keith Owens on a WurliTzer theatre organ.
published: 15 Nov 2024
You Were Never Lovelier (1942)- Meeting For The 1st Time
I'm Old Fashioned
(1942) (uncredited)
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
Arranged by Conrad Salinger
Sung by Rita Hayworth (dubbed by Nan Wynn) and Fr...
I'm Old Fashioned
(1942) (uncredited)
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
Arranged by Conrad Salinger
Sung by Rita Hayworth (dubbed by Nan Wynn) and Fred Astaire
Danced by Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth
Played as background music at the anniversary party
_/
Directed by William A. Seiter
Writing Credits
Michael Fessier ... (screenplay) and
Ernest Pagano ... (screenplay) and
Delmer Daves ... (screenplay)
Carlos A. Olivari ... (story) (as Carlos Olivari) and
Sixto Pondal Ríos ... (story) (as Sixto Póndal Ríos)
Cast (in credits order) verified as complete
Fred Astaire ... Robert Davis
Rita Hayworth ... Maria Acuña
etc.
Produced by
Louis F. Edelman ... producer
Music by
Leigh Harline ... (uncredited)
Costume Design by
Irene ... (gowns)
_/
Margarita Carmen Cansino
晴れて今宵は フレッド・アステア リタ・ヘイワース マルガリータ カルメン
I'm Old Fashioned
(1942) (uncredited)
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
Arranged by Conrad Salinger
Sung by Rita Hayworth (dubbed by Nan Wynn) and Fred Astaire
Danced by Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth
Played as background music at the anniversary party
_/
Directed by William A. Seiter
Writing Credits
Michael Fessier ... (screenplay) and
Ernest Pagano ... (screenplay) and
Delmer Daves ... (screenplay)
Carlos A. Olivari ... (story) (as Carlos Olivari) and
Sixto Pondal Ríos ... (story) (as Sixto Póndal Ríos)
Cast (in credits order) verified as complete
Fred Astaire ... Robert Davis
Rita Hayworth ... Maria Acuña
etc.
Produced by
Louis F. Edelman ... producer
Music by
Leigh Harline ... (uncredited)
Costume Design by
Irene ... (gowns)
_/
Margarita Carmen Cansino
晴れて今宵は フレッド・アステア リタ・ヘイワース マルガリータ カルメン
Astaire and Hayworth are together again in this superior musical set in Latin America. Legenday choreography and a sizzling score by the great Jerome Kern make ...
Columbia – 1942
Directed by William A. Seiter
Starring Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth, and Adolphe Menjou
No copyright intended - the rights to this video remain ...
Columbia – 1942
Directed by William A. Seiter
Starring Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth, and Adolphe Menjou
No copyright intended - the rights to this video remain with the original creator, this is purely for educational and promotional purposes.
Watch the movie: https://itunes.apple.com/fm/movie/you-were-never-lovelier/id315286536
Columbia – 1942
Directed by William A. Seiter
Starring Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth, and Adolphe Menjou
No copyright intended - the rights to this video remain with the original creator, this is purely for educational and promotional purposes.
Watch the movie: https://itunes.apple.com/fm/movie/you-were-never-lovelier/id315286536
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth dance to the Kern-Mercer title tune in William Seiter's "You Were Never Lovelier."
Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts ...
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth dance to the Kern-Mercer title tune in William Seiter's "You Were Never Lovelier."
Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts about classic Hollywood comedies at https://comicspiritblog.wordpress.com/
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth dance to the Kern-Mercer title tune in William Seiter's "You Were Never Lovelier."
Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts about classic Hollywood comedies at https://comicspiritblog.wordpress.com/
I'm Old Fashioned
(1942) (uncredited)
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
Arranged by Conrad Salinger
Sung by Rita Hayworth (dubbed by Nan Wynn) and Fred Astaire
Danced by Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth
Played as background music at the anniversary party
_/
Directed by William A. Seiter
Writing Credits
Michael Fessier ... (screenplay) and
Ernest Pagano ... (screenplay) and
Delmer Daves ... (screenplay)
Carlos A. Olivari ... (story) (as Carlos Olivari) and
Sixto Pondal Ríos ... (story) (as Sixto Póndal Ríos)
Cast (in credits order) verified as complete
Fred Astaire ... Robert Davis
Rita Hayworth ... Maria Acuña
etc.
Produced by
Louis F. Edelman ... producer
Music by
Leigh Harline ... (uncredited)
Costume Design by
Irene ... (gowns)
_/
Margarita Carmen Cansino
晴れて今宵は フレッド・アステア リタ・ヘイワース マルガリータ カルメン
Columbia – 1942
Directed by William A. Seiter
Starring Fred Astaire, Rita Hayworth, and Adolphe Menjou
No copyright intended - the rights to this video remain with the original creator, this is purely for educational and promotional purposes.
Watch the movie: https://itunes.apple.com/fm/movie/you-were-never-lovelier/id315286536
Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth dance to the Kern-Mercer title tune in William Seiter's "You Were Never Lovelier."
Check out my Comic Spirit blog for thoughts about classic Hollywood comedies at https://comicspiritblog.wordpress.com/
This, the second and last of Astaire's outings with Hayworth, avoids wartime themes, and benefits from lavish production values – a consequence of the box-office success of the earlier You'll Never Get Rich. Kern created a standard with "I'm Old Fashioned". Initially, Kern was unhappy about the selection of Cugat and his orchestra; however, when production was complete, he was so pleased with the band's performance that he presented Cugat with a silver baton. Although Hayworth had a fine voice, Harry Cohn insisted on her singing being dubbed throughout by Nan Wynn.
The film is a rework of the 1941 Argentine musical Los martes, orquídeas (On Tuesdays, Orchids) directed by Francisco Múgica.
It follows the usual conventions established by Astaire in his earlier musicals, such as an anti-romantic first meeting between the two leads, a virtuoso dance solo for Astaire, a playful dance duet and a romantic dance duet.
I was never able to recite a fable That would make the party bright; Sitting at the table I was never able To become the host's delight; But now you've given me my after dinner story, I'll just describe you as you are in all your glory. [Chorus:] You were never lovelier, You were never so fair, Dreams were never lovelier, Pardon me if I stare. Down the sky the moonbeams fly to light your face; I can only say they chose the proper place. You were never lovelier, And to coin a new phrase; I was never luckier in my palmiest days. Make a note, and you can quote me, Honor bright,