WEST SIDE STORY (1961) 32031 (79x79) Movie Poster

Original U.S. Roadshow Six-Sheet Alternate Style Art by Bob Peak

Original United Artists Six-Sheet Poster (79x79), an alternate roadshow style, folded, for the Jerome Robbins and Robert Wise iconic musical, WEST SIDE STORY (1961) starring Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, and Rita Moreno. This rare six-sheet features art by Bob Peak. The film was a seminal adaptation of the Shakespearian tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Warring New York City gangs replace the feuding families from the play. Shooting lasted for 6 months, and sound mixing and editing took another 7 months to complete. The film was a box office smash hit and won 10 Academy AwardsÑincluding Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor to Chakiris, Best Supporting Actress to Moreno, and Best Director to Robbins and Wise. This original poster is folded, in very fine condition with some small issues, and included is an Academy Awards "Best Picture" poster addition. MovieArt Original Film Posters in Austin, Texas guarantees that this poster is authentic.

ROBERT WISE - Director
Natalie Wood - Actor
Rita Moreno - Actor
JEROME ROBBINS - Director
Richard Beymer - Actor
George Chakiris - Actor
Russ Tamblyn - Actor
Simon Oakland - Actor