West Side Story- where do I begin?
Well, the first 10-15 minutes were
interesting, as I kept waiting for the characters to say more then 3 words: it
was all a mix of dancing, claping, miming, singing....but it got my attention
and it set up the whole story.
I won’t say much about the actual storyline
and what happens, that you will have to watch and see for yourself. But I will
pin point some great things about this movie.
Because it was great. I just love Tony, as a
character, as an actor (although I had my second thoughts during some scenes) ,
as a guy (he’s good looking).And Maria is so lovely and sweet (played, as I
found out at the end, by Natalie Wood) and is perfect for the part...she
embodied all of those feelings so well, it was very beliveable.
Some memorable scenes include the first
get-together dance (I’m thinking about the choreography and the way it was
shot), the „We’re in America” scene on
the roof top and last scene, the pivotal moment which ended the movie in a
splendid, yet somber way. Also, I have to mention the hot tamale girl that is
Anita (Rita Moreno) and the loveable Doc, who, although tries, can’t help those
kids.
I can definately see West Side Story on
Broadway, it was created for it and I’m sure it’s one hell of a show there.
Actually, I’m kinda sure the play is better then the movie, but the dance
scenes are better showcased on the movie as you can see it in different angles.
Letting aside all the
Broadway-drama-over-the-top feel to it, it is a great movie and a classic and I hope you like
it, too!
