WEST SIDE STORY

(1961)

Directors: Jerome Robbins

Robert Wise

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Love, drama, gang wars, dance, and music rolled into one great motion picture...

Above all, it is a romantic story between to star-crossed lover, Maria, a Puerto Rican girl and Tonyo, a Polish boy who both continue to love each other unselfishly and truly despite the hatred and chaos raging between the two different gangs which they both are connected. But then, some fairy tales don't always have their happy endings...

• Throughout the whole duration of the film, the pulsing beat and rhythm of the musical was very much consistent and the synchronization of the dances as well which showcased the arrogant and strong movements of the two opposing groups as they danced along the streets.

CHARACTERIZATION

Richard Beymer as Tony - He was an example of the modern concept of man in the media, particularly in movies, with his smooth features, clean hair, and gentle-manliness. He was a "pretty boy" and he portrayed his role well in being Maria's love interest in the movie. They both have good chemistry together and they were a lovely couple in the film.

Natalie Wood as Maria - She was best in portraying her character as a woman of charm, beauty, and confidence. No wonder why Tony is head over heels in love with Maria. I also loved how great her acting was in the movie's last scenes where she really poured out her emotions. 

Other characters and dancers were also really good in playing their roles which added more color and vibrance to the musical film and even though the singing voices were not really outstanding, they were still commendable and it wasn't really a threat to the whole performances and the beauty of the songs were still given justice.