Film Inquiry presents The Latest, a podcast series tackling the latest releases, movie news, and discussions in the film community. Each week, join host Jesse Nussman for thoughtful discussions with exciting guests to break down the industry’s latest trends and dive deep into the movies driving conversation.
This week, Film Inquiry’s Emily Wheeler joins to discuss Steven Spielberg’s remake of West Side Story. She and Jesse discuss the film’s relationship to the Oscar-winning 1961 original, what new elements Spielberg and writer Tony Kushner brought to the story, and some of their favorite performances. Then, the two take a step back and examine the 50-year career of Spielberg, his evolution as a filmmaker, and his best movies.
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What did you think of West Side Story? What are your favorite Steven Spielberg movies?
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