West Side Story's Mike Faist, David Alvarez, and Josh Andrés Rivera Share BTS Secrets from the Film

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Drew chats with "West Side Story" stars Mike Faist, David Alvarez, and Josh Andrés Rivera about secrets from the movie, like how David's military experience helps his acting, what Josh wore under his dance costumes, and more!
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@glh2473 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist was absolutely breathtaking in this movie. I could not take my eyes off of him. He brought so much emotion to the role of Riff, I’m glad he’s getting lots of praise for this performance

@vivianawagner112 2 жыл бұрын

100% agree

@Ben-yj8ye 2 жыл бұрын

So disappointing that Mike Faist was not nominated for an Oscar! But I suspect this is just the start of a great movie career.

@py528 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist made the WSS remake. He was a league all his own, his character was like a ticking timb bomb that just jumped out off the screen and he was incredible.

@maxwesty 2 жыл бұрын

He elevated the entire film. When he was gone, you felt that!

@apolonia3392 8 ай бұрын

@@maxwesty is a joke?

@christopherknott2182 2 жыл бұрын

I'm calling it now...Faist will win the Oscar.

@cranjusmcbasketball4977 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely deserves it!

@katieling5688 2 жыл бұрын

oh he BETTER win that oscar

@noeliajaime7656 2 жыл бұрын

I hope so. He deserves it.

@SymphonyBrahms 2 жыл бұрын

That would be great. But talk is that the boy in Belfast will be nominated. So.....

@vivianawagner112 2 жыл бұрын

I hope so!

@madinator847 2 жыл бұрын

mike was absolutely phenomenal. oscar’s please. he needs at least two

@cloudburstt 2 жыл бұрын

David Alvarez as an angry older brother was the best acting I have ever seen. Also an insane dancer and singer !!!!

@coryharbour57 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing how gentle and almost shy/nervous David comes across here it makes me appreciate his performance as Bernardo even more than I already did!! He played the character so gruff, macho, and boisterous in a way his more natural demeanor seems to be at odds with, at least while being interviewed. hahah

@jeffwatkins352 2 жыл бұрын

Saw it tonight. I'm 69, saw the original film on its initial release in 1961, have watched it every year since it came out on home video, and this new production does it and the original stage play 100% justice. You can tell how much Spielberg loves the material. Well, as he should and does. The cast is uniformly excellent, and what a joy to hear Rita Moreno sing Somewhere. As remakes go, this is one of the finest I've ever seen.

@dexterwatson5745 2 жыл бұрын

YES!!!

@dalehoward3704 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR YOUR VALUABLE CRITIQUE JEFF👍❤️❤️

@petemichael4512 2 жыл бұрын

I'm with you Jeff. When I see it (which will be soon), I will glory in seeing this beloved musical. I confess it was very moving for me when I saw it in 61 at the age of 20. Having Rita Moreno return to WWS and hearing her sing Somewhere is something that is going to also bring me joy..

@libena1973 2 жыл бұрын

That is an amazing compliment.

@karmen181 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a musical junkie ,and was so bitter that this was nomed and not tick tick boom. But man when I did watch it I was blown away. And it wasn't the acting and singing that got me .it was the Dancing and the orchestra! I felt I was actually at the theater.. wow . And omg the last scene sobs

@theytastesogood8299 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like a proud aunt watching Mike. He was amazing, I'm so happy for him. Same for all the Newsies for that matter ! And I'm sorry, but Ben Tyler Cook was basically Crutchie again in this movie.

@libena1973 2 жыл бұрын

You're really his aunt?

@catzcatzcatzcatz 2 жыл бұрын

@@libena1973 “I’m like a proud aunt”. The word “like”, similarly to “as” or “than” is used in comparisons and similes.

@avachara6302 Жыл бұрын

Can’t tell if that Ben comment was a compliment or insult but you just mentioned my 2 fav actors in a comment together sooo…

@pragyarajesh6638 2 жыл бұрын

watching mike go from newsies, to dear evan hansen, to now west side story (and everything in between) has been a wonderful journey. he is absolutely breathtaking in any role he plays.

@barbarasardella7680 2 жыл бұрын

I saw the movie yesterday. Mike Faist has so much charisma, wow!

@JoshBG20 2 жыл бұрын

Mike "Oscar Winner" Faist. He stole the show!

@kyliekisses856 2 жыл бұрын

Every single WSS performer was great, but Mike Faist stole every single scene he was in.

@babushka2758 2 жыл бұрын

David Alvarez is one of the best dancers I’ve ever seen

@SymphonyBrahms 2 жыл бұрын

He won the Tony for his performance in Billy Elliot on Broadway.

@carolineauckerman3333 2 жыл бұрын

He literally killed my fav character! He wasn’t good

@Mai-sx3yf 2 жыл бұрын

@@carolineauckerman3333 k

@abbeyBominable123 2 жыл бұрын

David Alvarez was so handsome in the movie, couldn't take my eyes off him whenever he was on screen.

@raindropsonroses3919 2 жыл бұрын

Him and Ariana deBose had amazing chemistry

@carolineauckerman3333 2 жыл бұрын

Bro how do you like him he killed riff

@abbeyBominable123 2 жыл бұрын

@@carolineauckerman3333 I'm not someone who immediately hates a character just because they killed another character I liked 🤷‍♂️ But, I also like Bernardo way more than I like Riff, so yeah 😅 (I still like them both, tho)

@apolonia3392 4 ай бұрын

@@carolineauckerman3333 Love David A!!! I will never get over ariana debose and david álvarez in west side story.

@hamiltonslegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist has something special in my heart and I’m so obsessed with him and his portrayal of Riff! What a handsome guy he is! Literally my celebrity crush! 🥰🥰

@disneythequeen 2 жыл бұрын

As a fan of the musical and of the 1961 film, I thought Spielberg's version was amazing. But I have to say: the supporting cast knocked it out of the park. Mike, David, Ariana and Ms. Moreno were just astounding! They were the highlight for me!

@solcarlosofficial 2 жыл бұрын

I wish he said the name “Bernardo” in a Hispanic accent and not the American way. When I moved the USA I used to present my name with an American accent. And then I realize my name is in Spanish and I’m proud of it and shouldn’t change the pronunciation to make others life easier. All three actors did amazing! Super talented

@MeliFry 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist I’ll fight for you so you get the Oscar you deserve. I already sent a message to the academy

@olgad.7882 2 жыл бұрын

Mike as Riff is great in this film. The best Riff I have seen and this film is the 5th WSS production I have watched.

@x_aj_x1157 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist and David Alvarez completely stole this movie. (along with Ariana DeBose) They were amazing!

@katieling5688 2 жыл бұрын

absolutley LOVED west side story!!! and so so proud of mike faist (hoping he'll win the oscar!!)

@carolineauckerman3333 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@adamlarsson3828 2 жыл бұрын

i love how Drew appears so (genuinely) excited and normal .... not as physically worked over and self-conscious as other ‘celebrities’. you can imagine having coffee with her and talking about dozens of your favourite films .... having a fabulous afternoon.

@jennifer5512 2 жыл бұрын

Drew was made to be a talk show host!

@jenna_baggett 2 жыл бұрын

pulling for mike to get the oscar this year

@user-nx3oq2yb5q 2 жыл бұрын

Love Mike Faist from Japan 🇯🇵 ❤️

@stephenc6342 2 жыл бұрын

West side story was really really good! You have to go in knowing what it is but the cinematography was unbelievable!!!

@seanquinn552 2 жыл бұрын

Loved every minute of this movie it was great pure brilliant and beautiful🙌👏

@waynebulson941 2 жыл бұрын

David and Drew. . .both amazing childhood actors!!

@littlemissblackdress7587 2 жыл бұрын

This movie was amazing 🤩 I loved the whole cast! The sets, the acting,singing and dancing was spectacular 👏

@laurenmichero9003 2 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing to see Drew (from Spielberg’s ET) interview All of these amazing actors from Spielberg’s West side story

@totemchoi 2 жыл бұрын

Drews getting better and better in her Talk Show - Hope her Show will not have its Final season. Love you Drew!

@WhereAmIAndWhy 8 ай бұрын

Im in love with Mike Faist

@zZAD 2 жыл бұрын

So awesome to see Drew (who filmed the iconic E.T. with Spielberg) interviewing the amazing CAST in West Side Story!!! Spielberg is one of our global treasures!

@sirpython9385 2 жыл бұрын

mike 'ohmygosh uhhhhhhhh' faist everyone

@sagewiseman8790 2 жыл бұрын

Josh wearing bacon and eggs underwear during dance at the gym and the chef's kiss while talking about bad 80s movies he's so funny

@roberts1572 2 жыл бұрын

Mike Faist as Riff was my girlfriend’s favorite character.

@miakruiz1729 2 жыл бұрын

loved the interview

@laurenmichero9003 2 жыл бұрын

I love in the heights but I would put money on West Side Story sweeping the Oscars in 2022

@SymphonyBrahms 2 жыл бұрын

That would be great. But Belfast might surprise everybody.

@lverslane820 2 жыл бұрын

@@SymphonyBrahms I didn’t even know that movie existed

@GalaadLopezDelgado 2 ай бұрын

I loved this movie too much!! I LOVE both of them ❤ The first version from 60' too!!

@mikaylaeklund3467 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this show today’s ago and I can’t stop think about mike

@jaysonbiggs8979 2 жыл бұрын

I saw it the second night. 40 miles east of LA. Great movie!

@izzybitsyspider03 2 жыл бұрын

Josh andres Rivera was amazing as chino

@lisaciconte7409 2 жыл бұрын

The new version of West Side Story was excellent!!

@SymphonyBrahms 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was.

@lolz6409 2 жыл бұрын

been in love with mike since newsies😭😭

@jessepferr2814 2 жыл бұрын

I just saw the film yesterday me and my family were th only ones in the theater. Probably cause of omicron but whatever. It was a great film i loved it.

@vic2958 2 жыл бұрын

Josh is the cutest oh my god

@marimedgal 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to see this movie! ❤️

@saraandthejets1 2 жыл бұрын

I love them so much❤

@dalinadanergy1432 2 жыл бұрын

Jajajaja.... Davicito so funny!!

@williamerasmuswaylon3860 2 жыл бұрын

It's funny to hear a conversation between "Gertie" from "E.T." and three gorgeous guys, who have recently worked with the one and only Steven Spielberg.

@mikaylaeklund3467 2 жыл бұрын

He made the show soo much better

@mariefortunato4737 Жыл бұрын

Excellent cast and movie!

@barbarahourigan8462 2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️

@akuadevall4398 2 жыл бұрын

Billy Elliot!!!!

@YourHighwayInTheSky 2 жыл бұрын

1 2 3 mike david josh and me..

@rogerphillips2063 2 жыл бұрын

In. A good drama Drew could win an Oscar. She looks kind of like my niece

@roserahaman3418 Жыл бұрын

Isn't the host in the 1998 movie Ever After Because she looks a lot like the Cinderella in that movie

@jaytops 2 жыл бұрын

And just like that, I'm craving Bacon and Eggs.

@legatofancier 2 жыл бұрын

FIRST RATE TALENT! THESE ROLES COULDN'T HAVE BEEN BETTER CAST OR BETTER PERFORMED!

@anju04aa 2 жыл бұрын

Our Indian actors aren’t new to doing everything - dancing, fighting, singing, acting and what not - at the same time 😊

@lifesquixotic 2 жыл бұрын

True! Bollywood is so underrated In America

@priyankav7833 2 жыл бұрын

They don't sing though

@louiegssportsden121 2 жыл бұрын

Part of me thinks Josh can play Michael Jackson.

@Psyclonus7 2 жыл бұрын

Didn't like the movie outside of Mike Faist's performance. That guy, I wanna see him i more things for sure

@apolonia3392 8 ай бұрын

same about David and Ariadna!

@stafonvoncamron 2 жыл бұрын

They spent $100 million on this remake and its only made $10 million......Hollywood should stop spending so much money until box office goes back to normal numbers.

@caroy9384 2 жыл бұрын

They made this in 2019. I feel like people keep forgetting that.

@G4Rat 2 жыл бұрын

@@caroy9384 Exactly. They had to release eventually otherwise they would be in the hole completely. But I'm sure movies will rebound a bit once covid dies down in the spring. Though I'm sure the next Spider-Man movie is going to make a ton!

@jovanym2931 2 жыл бұрын

Keep watching that whitewashed version

@jeeemmm 2 жыл бұрын

@@jovanym2931 where did they mentioned that ?? Lool they're just saying it hasn't made lots of sales

@SymphonyBrahms 2 жыл бұрын

As of today it has made $19 million. It's only been open a few days. Give it time and it will do very well. And it's a better film than the trash that rakes in cash from the bubble gum set.

@jochenstossberg5427 2 жыл бұрын

George Chakiris, Russ Tamblyn and Tucker Smith burned up the screen in the original. These guys were just warm. No contest.

@littlemissblackdress7587 2 жыл бұрын

I totally disagree 👎🏻

@moby108 2 жыл бұрын

Why no subtitles from spanish dialogue to english. Not all HISPANICS, don't call me latinx, speak spanish. White Steven Spielberg doesn't have the right to minimize my ties to my culture or make me an outlier to my own peoples because I speak the language of one colonizer, but not another.

@music2888 2 жыл бұрын

The thought behind it, is that it makes white English the baseline and the priority to have subtitles. By allowing the characters to speak their native language without subtitles it evens the playing field. I don't speak Spanish, but I had no problem understanding what was happening during the Spanish speaking scenes. Any movie that offers diverse casting and a plot that doesn't pit one group against the other is a wonderful and unique thing in Hollywood.

@arianamitchell7050 2 жыл бұрын

@@music2888 well said

@maryvallettakeith6146 2 жыл бұрын

@@music2888 Thank you for explaining that so calmly and clearly. I have tried to explain this to people but I get a bit overheated at the ignorant comments. Kudos to you for having the patience not to do that.

@moby108 2 жыл бұрын

It's painful to some people to be an outlier in your own community, then to have a white person come and push us out further.

@barbaraobach 2 жыл бұрын

The one who came clsest top the higher 1961 version is the actor that plays Riff, the leads that play Maria and Tony were werong for the role,not good enough actors, even though they can sing, they don't express themselves as great as Marnie Dixon or Richard Beymer in the original, the one that plays Bernardo is okay and has taleny,but seems more like my angry cousin Jorge from Miami,or the Al Pacino caricature in Scarface,than tough Bernardo from the hood, pales next to George Chakiris, likely they wern't rehearsed ernough and that's Steven Speilberg's fail,and even Steve Speilberg's no Robert Wise or Jerome Robbins. And West Side Story's Chino, is suppose to look 'Chinese' ,why did they pick a non Asian looking actor to play him,he's talented,but should have been given another role. Natalie Wood was a movie star and carried the 1961 film, the remake's cast have their respective talent but especially the leads don't have the proper acting training or gravitas that the 1961 cast did,the caveat again the youing actor Mike Faist seems like the best one among the leads, though his take on Riff seems more like Squiggy from Laverne and Shirley than Russ Tamblyns tough Riff from New York, but we like Sqiggy. From what's u derestood Rita Moreno who has gravitas, is among the best for this picture, just like this great star was in the original.

@jannafranco9743 2 жыл бұрын

??? Since when has Chino looking Chinese been a major plotpoint? It wasn't even in the 1961 film so it clearly isn't that significant. You can't just disregard his entire performance because of that. Did you expect a fully Asian man to play Chino or something?

@jannafranco9743 2 жыл бұрын

and Natalie Wood definitely did not carry the film considering a) she's white and this story should be told by latinos and b) she literally didn't even sing

@petemichael4512 2 жыл бұрын

Natalie Wood starred as Maria in 61. Marni Nixon received no credit in the film as the singing voice of Natalie. Natalie was a star and on the brink of super-stardom. She had a huge fan base and was loved not only by teen boys and just about any other healthy male, but the movie-going public in general. I saw the film in 61 when it opened. I was 20. I do love that film and I will enjoy it again in the future, but I'm sure I will enjoy the Spielberg film. I haven't seen it yet but look forward to it.

@suhaniselamat 2 жыл бұрын

Bernardo in this version isn't a "tough" from the neighbourhood. In Spielberg's version, Bernardo is an up & coming celebrity boxer.

@petemichael4512 2 жыл бұрын

@@jannafranco9743 Janna, In 61 a lot of blacks could not vote because of local requirements and restrictions. The civil rights movement was just beginning. A lot has changed in 60 years, but there is still a long way to go. The story is timeless and the tragedy is it continues.