West Side Story
Adapting the 1957 musical that showcases a forbidden love in the midst of two rival gangs on the streets of old New York battling it out for territory in West Side Story. 
Written by Tony Kushner, based on the work of Arthur Laurents and Directed by Steven Spielberg, this cinematic masterpiece captures the choreography, music, time, and spirit of the original work with a stellar ensemble placing Ansel Elgort at Tony, Rachel Zegler as Maria, Ariana DeBose as Anita, David Alvarez as Bernardo, and Mike Faist as Riff. And, with Spielberg’s mind and eye for cinematography this immersive dive into the 50’s immediately bathes the audience in the magic of one of the most iconic musicals in American theatre history; miraculously keeping the action centered on screen with the perfect balance of movement, almost dancing with the chorus. Running two hours and thirty six minutes this lovingly and beautifully crafted work will remind you of the power that can exist in musical theater when executed properly. Winner, West Side Story is rated PG-13.