Funny movie. Accurate depiction of small time showbiz

Danny Rose (Woody Allen) is a New York talent agent with a stable of talent that can only be considered something less than desirable. Much to Danny's chagrin, his main client, Lou Canova (Nick Apollo Forte), a washed-up lounge singer making a comeback, is distracted by his devotion to his girlfriend, the volatile Tina Vitale (Mia Farrow). Seemingly one of Allen's lesser known early efforts, it's a joy to watch from beginning to end thanks to solid performances from the leads, genuinely likeable characters, and a clever screenplay from Allen. Even for those who aren't Woody Allen fans, Broadway Danny Rose is worth watching for one scene: the confrontation by the helium trucks.

This is one of Allen's great comedies. The character of 'Broadway' Danny Rose is also one of his best. He and Farrow are wonderful together, and she also has a great character as the girlfriend of a meathead toughguy lounge singer. Wonderful writing, comedic timing, supporting cast, and even the black and white choice works well. 4 stars

Another Woody Allen film! helium scene is laughable,

Such an endearing, beautiful movie... and funny! Definitely, one of Woody Allen's Best, un chef d'oeuvre.

One of Woody Allen's best films, Broadway Danny Rose is both funny and unusually touching. While the irrepressible title character contains some of Allen's typical neuroses, he is more fully-realized than most and will tug on your heart strings.

This such a fun movie! I know few of Woody Allen movies but I really liked this one from start to the end. It tells one of the many stories about  an old theatrical agent named Danny Rose. The Danny Rose character is just the great mix of a lovely person that captivates everyone with one that gets very close to being a pain in the ass. His ingenuity and constant effort to be please people make him so likable in spite of his clumsy and chatterbox way. Danny is definitely not the best agent but he sure is incredibly passionate about his artists, in a way that seems almost like family (he keeps quoting dead relatives so he sounds like these are more than clients to him) and, even with his apparent lack of talent for the job, he seems to have become a legend in the field. 
The story takes a big unexpected turn in the middle of the film, what accelerates the pace of events but, in my view, it is able to hold on to the viewer's attention all the way through. At some point, you can kind of predict what is going to happen but I do not think it ruins the fun and exciting part of the movie. I really liked the rythm, the not in-your-face funny moments, the loose dialogues, the construction of Danny's character and the smooth way in which the story is told. I cannot wait to watch more of Woody's work.

The same old Allen film reheated.

Characters who love the entertainment industry and the artists that populate it are not rare in Woody Allen films but this is probably his most worshipful depiction of them. He takes on the titular role and while he is a nebbish Jewish man as you would expect from Allen he gives one of his deeper characterizations and makes us care for our hapless lead. However the film is probably best remembered for the performance of Mia Farrow who gives a surprisingly showy performance in a role that is the polar opposite of that which she plays in the following year's The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985). I found the film enjoyable and Farrow was a pleasant surprise but I would not rank it among his best and found parts of it a tad derivative of his other work. Danny Rose, the titular character, is what keeps you invested in the film even when it veers off track as his tireless devotion to his clients and genuine passion for seeing them perform well in every aspect of life is admirable. In this film most of his focus is directed toward alcoholic lounge singer Lou Canova, Nick Apollo Forte, who is overweight and only experienced a brief burst of stardom but has a massive ego and is extremely needy. We get the sense though that Rose seeks out this sort of talent and would not be happy if he did not have some client calling on him all the time. The two complement one another as Canova begins nervously drinking before a big performance while Rose tracks down his difficult new mistress. Of course they head off on a caper that ends with Rose almost being shot by the mistress's brothers who are affiliated with organized crime. You just accept the bonkers events that occur and head off with these two zany characters grounded in reality by Farrow and Allen. They have such fun together and we enjoy watching them get on each other's nerves and then realize they have something in common. Her ultimate betrayal stings but we know that it is in Rose's nature to take her back and there is something sweet to the fact that they reconcile.

Why does Adam Sandler keep remaking Woody Allen films? Because they are this good.

Of all the Woody Allen films I've seen, this is the one that I go back to on more occasions than the others. It's amusing, funny, poignant, and engaging. Danny Rose, a talent agent with a stable full of the lowest level performers in the business, is also a kind-hearted, gentle and caring manager for his group of misfits. I love the scenes in the Carnegie Deli, and the stories told about Danny and the misfortunes that fill his life.

The best comedy movie ever made!

Crazy fun. Really appreciated the old school laughs.

not a great movie, definitely not worth the time

Charming middle-weight fairy tale about a low life talent manager with a heart of gold. Allen channels Groucho and Mia Farrow turns heads with her hard edged Brooklynite Queen. Like the small acts he represents, BDR surprises with its wit, wisdom and magic tricks. See also: Purple Rose of Cairo

Mia Farrow is spectacular! The chemistry between her and Woody Allen is a treat to watch. They get into ridiculous situations together driving the plot along nicely. The way the story is told though a bunch of guys at Carnegie Deli is awesome. I didn't want it to end!

Likable but Woody Allen comedy/drama about a low level entertainment agent, Danny Rose, who books the likes of balloon animal acts or people who make music on wine glasses. Rose gets his big break with a washed up Italian lounge singer, Nick Apollo Forte, but gets sucked into the singer's personal drama involving his mistress played by Mia Farrow, who plays a very out-of-character type of role as a brassy broad, but does it well. The film is shot in black and white by the great Gordon Willis and the story told in flashbacks by a group of agents sitting in a deli swapping stories about Broadway Danny Rose, with Sandy Baron narrating the main story. I think my main complaint is the film's absurd Felliniesque moments seem out of place with the film's dramatic elements. They would have worked if the film was a straight comedy, but costumed superheroes showing up in the middle of a field or women in bird costumes, seem out of place if we were to take the drama seriously. Still, getting to see Allen do stand-up in a Catskills or the bits involving stuttering ventriloquist are just pure cinema magic. It's a flawed film, but it's also kind of magic.

Great characters/acting by Woody and Mia. Upon rewatching you see just how humorous and funny it really is.

I enjoyed this one more than I expected too. beautiful B&W cinematography by Gordon Willis and it's pretty funny. Woody Allen was less annoying than usual and rather endearing in this one and Mia Farrow is gorgeous in it. A decent way to kill 90mins!

A great Woody Allen movie with great performances from Allen but especially Mia Farrow who I've been mixed about in some of the other movies I've seen her in but she was almost unrecognizable in this role. Great score, writing, and cinematography too