West Side Story
 | Average Customer Rating: Recommend This brilliant (The New Republic) film sets the ageless story of Romeo and Juliet against a backdrop of gang warfare in 1950s New York. Directed by Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins and scripted by Ernest Lehman, the film combines Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim's unforgettable score ( Maria, America, 'somewhere, 'tonight ) with Robbins own exuberant choreography to achieve an exhilarating work of art (Saturday Review). A love affair is fated for tragedy… Product details and pricing info |
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283 Customer Reviews Posted
- I love it I love it I love it.
- One of the best movies of all time. Another childhood favorite and so I had to have it. It has the full script included. That was fun to read through.
- 2008-02-13, 0 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- great musical
- my sister is a big fan of musicals, and this was one she just had to have. If you are into musicals, definitely see this one.
- 2008-02-09, 0 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- If you're under age 45, you owe it to yourself to watch this musical
- Movie rates 10 stars; DVD transfer is equally flawless.
West Side Story stands alone in movie history; virtually all aspects of this musical exude class, talent, heart. If a movie could be considered perfection, West Side Story is absolute perfection. It was introduced in 1961 but was still first run in many movie theaters as late as 1963. I probably hold this movie in high esteem because I watched it on my first date.
Arguably, there are other fine date movies. None, however, strike your senses better than WSS. As a 14-year old, I never appreciated choreography; the dance sequences in WSS changed my mind forever. Every actor/dancer was inspired, fluid, poetry in motion.
I defy you to keep still when listening to "America!" I thought Little Eva's "Locomotion" got me off my kiester; "America!" instantly became my go-to happy song. I bought the LP sound track, and wore down the grooves on "America!" within a few weeks.
Youngsters, those of you under 45, have no concept what talent truly is.
If you think Aguilera/Spears/Simpson are superstar singer/dancers, this movie will
show you the difference between real talent and fanny-wagging.
WSS was intended as a flashy adaptation of Romeo & Juliette set in New York City streets circa late-1950's. The writing, singing, staging, dancing, sound engineering, and editing produced a modern classic, a movie with a life uniquely its own.
Yes, West Side Story is ALIVE. It will entertain you; dazzle you; move you. If you have never experienced the magic of WSS - buy this DVD and treat yourself to a life-changing experience. - 2008-01-18, 0 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- only buy in widescreen
- you can't appreciate this musical in a full screen format...you just can't...that's why it was shot in widescreen..to take advantage of the angles for the wonderfully vibrant dance sequences. Don't lie! anybody who didn't want to scream "MAMBO!" after watching this is either a liar...or a fool.
- 2007-12-21, 2 of 2 people found this review helpful, Rated:
- There's a place for us
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"There's a place for us, a time and place for us. Hold my hand and we're halfway there."
Music: Leonard Bernstein Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
And there is a movie for us. "West Side Story" is a classic on too many levels to describe here. Everything from the music to the choreography to the actors to...
One big plus is even if the story line is a classic they did not try to duplicate Shakespeare's "Romeo & Juliet" with modern clothing. The movie still maintains the feel and action of the play.
This movie tells the story of two people Tony and Maria (Richard Beymer and Natalie Wood) from adverse backgrounds that fall in love. They must cope with their new feelings. And to complicate things they have trouble from their families and society. Will they overcome these things or will fait and circumstance thwart their efforts and tragedy arise?
I could write a book on what makes this movie great but it is best that you watch and judge for yourself. - 2007-11-25, 0 of 1 people found this review helpful, Rated:
