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West Side Story

NR19612h 33mJerome Robbins,Robert Wise
IMDb 7.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 92% · Metacritic 86

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"The screen achieves one of the great entertainments in the history of motion pictures."

In Manhattan’s Upper West Side, rival gangs of Polish-Americans and newly arrived Puerto Ricans clash for control of the neighborhood, even as two young members from opposite sides fall dangerously in love.

CrimeDramaRomance
New York CityImmigrantShowdownStreet GangSlumLove At First SightHighwayForbidden LoveMusicalBased On Play Or Musical

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Frequently asked questions

What is West Side Story (1961) about?

In Manhattan’s Upper West Side, rival gangs of Polish-Americans and newly arrived Puerto Ricans clash for control of the neighborhood, even as two young members from opposite sides fall dangerously in love.

Who stars in West Side Story?

West Side Story stars Natalie Wood (Maria), Richard Beymer (Tony), Russ Tamblyn (Riff), Rita Moreno (Anita), George Chakiris (Bernardo). The film was directed by Jerome Robbins.

How long is West Side Story?

West Side Story has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1961. It is rated NR.

Is West Side Story worth watching?

West Side Story holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 92. Fans of Crime, Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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