Description
West Side Story is a 1957 American musical film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Arthur Laurents. The film is based on the 1957 Broadway musical of the same name, which in turn was based on the 1951 play West Side Story by Arthur Laurents and Jerome Robbins. The film stars Richard Beymer, Natalie Wood, and George Chakiris. It was released on October 14, 1957, by 20th Century Fox.
Academy Award winner for Best Supporting Actress.
From director Steven Spielberg comes this reimagining of the beloved musical West Side Story, which tells the classic tale of fierce rivalries and young love in 1957 New York City.
Academy Award nominations for:
- Best Picture
- Best Director
- Best Sound
- Best Production Design
- Best Cinematography
- Best Costume Design