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The Making Of West Side Story (1985): Cast

The Making Of West Side Story (1985) movie poster

The Making Of West Side Story is a 1985 music documentary directed by Christopher Swann, starring Leonard Bernstein, José Carreras and Tatiana Troyanos. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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The Making Of West Side Story (1985) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
Unitel
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Making Of West Side Story About?

The premise of The Making Of West Side Story without spoilers.

A thorough documentary that follows the creation of the 1985 Leonard Bernstein‑conducted recording of West Side Story’s full score. Featuring opera singers, the film presents rehearsal footage, interviews with the conductor, singers and production staff, and insight into the technical challenges of capturing the musical’s iconic score.

The Making Of West Side Story Themes & Keywords

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  • manhattan new york city
  • musical theater
  • behind the scenes
  • new york city
  • broadway manhattan new york city
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  • recording studio
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

The Making Of West Side Story Cast & Characters

Leonard Bernstein leads the cast, with José Carreras as Tony and Tatiana Troyanos as Anita. Directed by Christopher Swann; 5 actors are credited in all.

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The Making Of West Side Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Making Of West Side Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Making Of West Side Story?

The Making Of West Side Story runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was The Making Of West Side Story released?

The Making Of West Side Story was released on May 1, 1985.

Who directed The Making Of West Side Story?

The Making Of West Side Story was directed by Christopher Swann.

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Who is in the cast of The Making Of West Side Story?

The Making Of West Side Story stars Leonard Bernstein, José Carreras as Tony and Tatiana Troyanos as Anita, among 5 credited actors.

Does The Making Of West Side Story have a post-credit scene?

No. The Making Of West Side Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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