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West Side Story

West Side Story

Score: 7.13 / 10

Director: Steven Spielberg
Producer: Kevin McCollum, Kristie Macosko Krieger, Steven Spielberg
Studio: 20th Century Studios
Starring: Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, Josh Andrés Rivera, Ana Isabelle, Corey Stoll, Brian d'Arcy James, Rita Moreno, Ben Cook
Genre: Musical
Running Time: 156 minutes

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West Side Story movie reviews

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Sunday, April 24, 2022 11:59:18 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    Brilliant - will definitely watch again!

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Friday, March 25, 2022 5:16:37 PM | (age group: 50 or over.) | M

    Never thought the original 1961 version could be surpassed but this one does. Stunning visuals, outstanding singing and dancing, and an updated take on the social issues underlying the story of West Side Story. The "America" scene alone is worth the price of admission.

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Tuesday, March 8, 2022 10:35:59 AM | (Age Not Specified)

    Spielberg's cinematic choreograhpy was unerring and his combination of Kushner (one of the greatest American playwrights), Bernstein (one of the greatest American composers) and himself (one of the greatest American filmmakers) is a gift to the country. Ignore the ridiculous reviews by the New Yorker and NYT. I have no idea what film they saw - but it wasn't this one. Go! It's a treat to see it on the big screen. It's Fantastic.

  • 10

    West Side Story

    Sunday, February 20, 2022 11:12:22 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    The story had more depth than I remember the original having. Also, this version flowed more like a film than the first, which came across as a play that was filmed. The music and lyrics are timeless. Loved that they gave "Somewhere" to Rita Moreno. Will see it again.

  • 6

    West Side Story

    Wednesday, February 9, 2022 6:31:50 AM | (Age Not Specified)

    The first. Hour and a half I found really dragging (the preparation towards the street gang brawl) except for the dancing which I expected much More, beautiful voice Maria, enjoyed the Latino, English well done. Some Great acting.

  • 10

    West Side Story

    Wednesday, January 26, 2022 9:31:29 AM | (Age Not Specified)

    Great casting, incredible dancing. great love story really draws you in.

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Sunday, January 16, 2022 5:22:38 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    I waited for 2 years to see this and it did not disappoint in any way! shot beautifully - great cast, punched up script from the original - but still very real and authentic. BEST PICTURE FOR SURE! The young Maria and Bernardo and Anita were off the charts fabulous and all got Golden Globe noms! A real love story with incredible dancing - go see it on the big screen while you still can!

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Thursday, January 13, 2022 6:02:03 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    Wonderful to see real environs, hear Spanish and see Latino actors beautifully singing and dancing.

  • 9

    West Side Story

    Wednesday, January 12, 2022 8:57:52 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    can't beat the story line and the music. Flashback to my youth.... Found the background buildings in this version depressing and staged. 2 thumbs up for the revisited feelings!

  • 10

    West Side Story

    Monday, January 10, 2022 1:00:42 PM | (Age Not Specified)

    Fabulous, best cast and direction , will see again.