The Angel Who Pawned Her Harp

Plot

A beautiful blonde angel arrives in Islington on a goodwill mission to soften the heart of pawnbroker Joshua Webman. To raise money for her mission she pawns her harp at a second hand store. Bringing out the best in the people she meets, she shows them the path down where their happiness lies.

Critical reception

Leonard Maltin dismissed the film as "Slight, forgettable fare"; Allmovie called it "disposable"; whereas TV Guide noted a "Well-made, charming British picture with the standard seriocomic blend of 1950s English films." and Sky Movies praised Diane Cilento, "charm itself as the Angel," and appreciated a "whimsical Ealing-style comedy which keeps its feet firmly on the ground, spreading chuckles instead of sentiment and providing polished frolics in the process. Felix Aylmer - brilliant as the hard-bitten pawnbroker - Jerry Desmonde, Alfie Bass and a first-rate supporting cast help to put a high gloss on these heavenly capers";