West Side Story (1961) March 11, 2011

Based on the Tony Award winning musical, 'West Side Story' brings the story of 'Romeo & Juliet' to a New York City neighborhood, where gangs, racial tensions and innocent love collide. Starring Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer and Rita Moreno, the film features the music of Leonard Bernstein, with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Directed by Jerome Robbins and Robert Wise. 'West Side Story' earned 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.