"Tonight (Quintet)" - West Side Story 1961/2021 Supercut

Two casts of two incredible film adaptations of the same musical unite as one in this supercut of the 1961 (Robert Wise/Jerome Robbins) and 2021 (Steven Spielberg) versions of the "Tonight Quintet" from "West Side Story," brought to cinematic life by Russ Tamblyn, George Chakiris, Rita Moreno, Richard Beymer (dubbed by Jimmy Bryant) and Natalie Wood (dubbed by Marni Nixon) in the '61 film, and Mike Faist, David Alvarez, Ariana DeBose, Ansel Elgort and Rachel Zegler in the '21 film, along with both versions' Jets and Sharks respectively.
Watch my other WSS supercuts here:
• "America" - West Side ... (America)
• "I Feel Pretty" - West... (I Feel Pretty)
• "Tonight (Balcony Scen... (Tonight - Balcony Scene)
• "Dance at the Gym" (Ma... (Dance at the Gym - Mambo)
Edited by Max Hechtman
For entertainment purposes only.
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[@MaxHechtman]

Thanks everyone for the always positive comments on these supercuts! Really appreciate it. With the one year anniversary of Spielberg's film being here, here are two new WSS supercuts: I Feel Pretty: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXuVk32qituBbac Balcony Scene: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5ulq4ODm7ZmpJI

[@raymondbrereton3298]

Bravo Mr Spielberg 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Thomas_H._Smith]

I just realized something about this song, when Tony says "Tonight there will be no morning star." He's right because he dies that night and never sees the sun again.

[@raymondbrereton3298]

Wonderful singing your heart, Ansel

[@katereilly9367]

The transition from Rita singing while putting on stockings, to Ariana singing in the church... MMM. They both deserved their Oscars man...

[@judassaturn5999]

Jeez, I've watched this easily four or five times and still get goosebumps at the final sequence showing everyone from both movies. Really, really well done.

[@serenitysfirefly]

Hearing Marni Nixon and Rachel Zegler sing as Maria together made me tear up a little bit, not gonna lie.

[@kheirbasileus2126]

IMHO, The best musical ever.

[@105chc95]

I love it! It’s double quintet with all of them.

[@MaxHechtman]

Thank you so much! So happy you liked it. Should have called it the "Tonight Dectet" (meaning 10 musicians or singers).

[@105chc95]

@@MaxHechtman oh yeah maybe. Thanks fot this video. And the one with america i watch everytime.

[@janebarry-fraundorf4623]

Thanks for this REALLY creative, innovative spin on the Quintet Song! It's always been one of my favorites in the entire Movie, Show, Story and this "take" is SO clever and avant garde!

[@thefirstbourne149]

@@MaxHechtman Or ten groups of/singers.

[@ianbui5356]

@@MaxHechtman A dectet across 6 decades.

[@belle-ashton2167]

I wanted to applaud Spielberg as soon as I saw Anita’s part. They managed to transform the most awkward and dehumanising part into the most ironic and hilarious one. And Maria not being passive and walking just like Tony gives another powerful dimension

[@thefirstbourne149]

You thought Anita was dehumanizing before??

[@belle-ashton2167]

@@thefirstbourne149 not the character but the representation of her character in that scene from the 61 version was insulting. The hypersexualized Latina trope is tiring. I loved how suddenly human Ariana DeBose’s portrayal was after all the violence of the rumble. After mostly showing her fierce, admirable personality and beauty, Spielberg showed her as an human being that goes through so many emotions, which is rare to see when it’s a woman of colour at the centre of the movie.

[@idaf3028]

@@thefirstbourne149 they never said that

[@blanchefan]

You don't need to apologize for Rita Moreno--being brilliant, beautiful, sexy, and magnetic is not, repeat not, dehumanizing. The creators of the original film knew what they were doing when they cast her. And that doesn't mean I don't think Ariana DeBose is magnificent; she is. Rita Moreno couldn't be "awkward" if she tried. Phooey on the "competition." They're both winners.

[@allonszenfantsjones]

Hang on, folks: Rita HERSELF was not happy with the choices made for her--the make-up, the phony accent (esp. in her over-dubbed Boy Like That), but men were in charge, so...I think having ground-breakers like Kushner involved in the current version must have helped. Maybe I was too young to get it in the '60s, but I wept through the Spielberg one.

[@jenniferlapidus2229]

Chills!!! The Quintet is one of my favorite numbers, not only in the show, but in all theater music. The music is sensational, coupled with Steven Sondheim’s lyrics... I never get tired of this.

[@CptCarlosRuiz]

It's so true. It's one of his best numbers anywhere. So amazing to see it performed live ... but the movie versions give me chills just the same.

[@ngabcle]

The quintet is magnificent. It is musically complex and intricate and a delight to the ear. I never tire of it. ❤️🎼

[@Lara-vv1bm]

All of the West Side Story is wonderful, but there is something particularly special about this song... when everyone is singing their separate parts together. It's beautiful!!

[@geebeeman1]

Yes the quintet segment really catches the feeling of excitement building up with the tension!

[@erpollock]

The '21 version has more action, riding the subway, the scene in the church where Anita sings and is hushed, a lot of clever Spielberg interventions! But the music is absolutely the same as the Bernstein children required!

[@WWAHP]

RIP Natalie Wood & Tucker Smith

[@MrDevius2]

I usually don't like "super cuts" especially when it comes to material that I love and know very well. But your editing is beyond excellent (on both this video and "America"). No performance or lyric or note of music was sacrificed. Well done.

[@thefirstbourne149]

Even when they don’t use certain ones the transition is so 😊 I just let it slide or it is a good reason to hear something else instead.

[@blanchefan]

I do love that eerie dark red glow in the original version when the gangs are on their way--I tell you what, Spielberg's version is brilliant and I love it, but the 1961 version didn't win 10 Oscars for nothing! It's a masterpiece for the ages.

[@Blast2224]

What's unique is how "America" in the remake was brightened up, while the original was mostly dark with blacks, purples, and deep reds. Yet, for "Tonight", the remake switched from BRIGHT reds to more dark blues. Instead of police light hues, he goes for smoke and shadows.

[@joewhitehead3]

Nice observation

[@haleyf9582]

This is such a masterful blend of the two versions that highlights each of their strengths. Both movies are masterpieces in my opinion

[@psifla99]

Yes, they are. And I think it’s because Robert Wise and Spielberg seem to come from a similar school of visually expansive filmmaking.

[@harrisonho8934]

Now imagine if you added the 1957 Original Broadway Version with these two, and then you would get the ultimate mashup!

[@Richie8a8y]

Sounds like a challenge! Looking forward to hearing that!!!

[@hunterolaughlin]

That is IF footage of the original Broadway show exists.

[@harrisonho8934]

@@hunterolaughlin I meant just add it audio-wise, but if there truly is footage of the original performance, it would be nice to add that as well!

[@tonyhibbs1600]

Brilliant

[@nancyklein2622]

Just love Mike Faist.

[@Marcel_Audubon]

your sarcasm is delicious!!

[@dwilliams02]

To me, this video is just perfect evidence that both versions of this film are brilliant. There were enough differences in the remake that it didn't feel cheap or unoriginal, but not so many that it felt like they were dishonoring the '61 version. I'm really excited to see what DeBose and Faist do moving forward.

[@lupippin]

Dying to see one with the Mambo scene!

[@luisdt246]

I think this is one of the best edits I've ever seen on a KZbin video, seeing how the 10 protagonists get together and sing together is so fantastic and that's so nostalgic and beautiful

[@beartalan]

I got goosebumps and eargasm listening to this. You're fantastic.

[@tracynance2743]

EARGASM! YOU MADE THAT UP AND IT IS EPIC!

[@2TactTV]

Eargasm 💀

[@Joao.2004]

I grew up watching the 1961 film (I was born in 2004) but since the 2021 version came out... I prefer the 2021 version🖤🖤

[@bindiscuts2959]

This is the best thing I’ve ever seen

[@calaf1816]

a remarkable editing .

[@paulas2218]

This is so great. I’ve been flipping back and forth from one movie to the other on HBO MAX ever since they came on. Can’t believe Spielberg and the movie itself didn’t win Oscars.

[@Annoyingbirds]

IT DID WAKE UP ARIANA WON BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR

[@crazybeto1967]

Genius!!!!

[@bonnieeyde6443]

DOUBLE WOW!!!

[@timebarberr]

a standing ovation, sir!

[@melizmatea]

That was fantastic! Well done!!

[@Rqblt]

ok mixing both versions made it much more epic

[@LOLWAAHH]

That last part of all ten of them was amazing

[@4myearzonly]

Fabulous

[@michaelozurumba3034]

I will never get tired of this quintet

[@host_theghost507]

Holy crap, is that perfect.

[@PRR5406]

These super cuts do the one thing most needed, and that is to compare two absolutely perfect films. I liked the street ballet so much in 1960, but the Jets in 2021 are just ugly street thugs. They truly represent the power of organized hate. The Sharks do little better, but are somehow more human. The orchestral performances are full, loud, and the voices are support. Arianna DeBoise was worthy successor to her goddess, RitaMoreno. Mike Feist was at the top of his character. All the vocalists were amazing.

[@SonofTuscon99]

I have literally been looking for something like this since I saw the movie before Christmas!

[@dayvidfriedland9637]

whoever did this, did an amazing job. I played Tony when I was a kid, a Jewish kid from the bronx who couldn't dance well, but the mash up was perfect.... cheers...

[@eowyn1964]

Oh, bless you for the latest supercut. Once again, we are blessed by all this talent onscreen.

[@silviabalcazar9780]

I got goosebumps 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@dnf-dead]

Such a great mix😊

[@keithadamson8256]

Wow! This is the best number from the best musical ever, and what a tribute you've made! I still haven't seen the Speilberg version, and I can't wait!

[@junsfallinflower]

This is some great editing and the subtitles are amazing!

[@abigailw7146]

the low harmony at 0:51.. absolutely gorgeous

[@AIRV1983]

Unbelievable, that was perfect, 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 from the best musical of all time

[@hannahcuthbertson4208]

chills. absolutely chills .

[@malconbauer]

Perfection!

[@agenttheater5]

Combined like that it's all so tense but all so beautiful, watch it just to be caught up in the drama even though we know what's going to happen

[@Just4Todayandmt]

This was incredible. Thank you.

[@MADHAUSMARKALLAN]

Chills. I was born in 1961. This is brilliant! Thank you!

[@Arizonaball1]

Half a century between these two great works, and they both hold up, even when intertwined. Masterful.

[@apolonia3392]

Love David and Mike!!

[@Thomas_H._Smith]

Now I want to think that both movies were actually happening at the exact time in different parts of the city and they were both just completely oblivious to one another the entire time.

[@eduardocasanova1336]

Fantástic, extraordinary , without words

[@barbaramcneese2861]

Awesome! Loved both films. Loved the juxtaposition of so many scenes.

[@darthstarkiller1912]

My whole body is tingling like crazy. Epic combo! 😍

[@tomsmith2013]

Tribute to this "re-imagining" aka as "remake" of the immortal WSS. Steven Spielberg nailed this. The music execution & choreography has never been better, the message never more clear for the ages. The characters and storied setting are so much more three dimensional. I have watched and loved the original film probably at least a 100 times or more given my 60+ years on the planet. It is dark, it is gritty, the singing is adequate, it was also trite at times, it is the best there was. I'll probably never watch that version again. Bravo maestro Spielberg!

[@moimeme6533]

Spielberg is one of the best ever and the remake does surpass the original in some respects, but frankly, the overall musical performance is not one of them.

[@m_25333]

So emotional, thank you for making this out!

[@NancyGooGoo]

This was PHENOMENAL!!!!

[@leconser]

Excellet is a mere Word. I cannot describe how much I like this masterpiece of edition. Thanks for gracing KZbin with your art.

[@manuelasuncion2942]

One of the Best Movie version of a Broadway Musicale.

[@Lauren-fj9cf]

This video was the best I’ve seen in terms of comparisons of old versions of movies to new ones… usually you just get a typical side by side comparison- I loved how you included verses from each individual/group that performed the song and interposed them.. even the clips from the movies, they weren’t confusing or bouncing around coming and going too quick… very nicely done!!!

[@mehmetadembarissever]

The best of both versions!

[@sigsin1]

They did their own singing in the 2021 version. Enough said.

[@frederickguerin-hr2nn]

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING

[@infonut]

To hell with the comparisons, it's one rousing piece of music. I love good brass.

[@obtainthisyeast9835]

phenomenal!!!!!! you're incredible at picking what to show and when !!

[@WaCkeyZaCkY]

OH MY GOD!!!!! You are FABULOUS. Thank you Thank you Thank you!

[@carlacasoni8411]

Bellissimi ricordi

[@sethstrattan7380]

I would never dislike this even if it was an accidental. This is just perfect since I love both the original and the remake. I hope I can see the actual stage play someday in the pantages. The beginning of the song with the gangs singing is just my favorite part of the song. I’m not even joking.

[@jacqueline970]

Thank you for posting I saw West Side story in 1961 I can remember coming out of the cinema like I was floating on air still love this film today ❤

[@juliannamaness7929]

I loved this so much especially at the ending where they all sang “Tonight” very strong and powerful!!!! Thanks for making this! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@filmgirlLisa]

I'm pretty biased regarding the West Side Stories, but this super cut made me forget it for a while. Good job, man!

[@huntrrams]

WE NEED A BALCONY SCENE SUPERCUT! THIS IS AMAZING!!

[@shemacty]

the editing on this is fantabulous!

[@EBrown-cr1gr]

Your West Side mashups make me emotional. As a former chorus/theater kid, this musical brings back so many good memories and to this day I love both versions. Seeing them together like this, I can't help but get emotional and have a huge smile on my face. THANK YOU

[@CocaColaFromageDK]

I AM CRYING! THIS IS SO GOOD! OMG

[@rickgoldstein9245]

Best "supercut" I have ever seen., Granted, great material to work with, but so skillfully edited, it really is a masterclass in film editing. A pure joy. I edited movie trailers for 30 years and it's wonderful to be reminded how exhilarating a well edited piece can be. Bravo.

[@cem9967]

Wow, you done well bro. Lots of love from Holland

[@photo161]

The result of the brilliantly done intercutting is to double the excitement of this complex, innovative musical quintet, which is in itself a milestone in the history of musical theater.

[@runefaustblack]

You know that you're going to fill up with requests, right? Cool. I'd like Maria and the Tonight duet, please.

[@devanmoran]

beautiful

[@jameswilson2267]

This was a masterful supercut. Bravo, bravo, bravo!

[@adriankalil2715]

I absolutely LOVE this film and in so many ways. The operatic Deutsche Gramophone recording from 1985 that Bernstein did with Kiri TeKanawa, Jose Carreras, Tatiana Troyanos, et al, is one of the BEST recordings ever, PERIOD. Such talent! The documentary is even better. I had the unique privilege of seeing Marni Nixon perform at my Alma mater in the '70s. OMG, I remember it to this day. Lenny was a bloody genius and I truly hope that Bradley Cooper will do him justice in the new film.

[@devanmoran]

just beautiful

[@moimeme6533]

Masterful edit of the hallmark moment in musical theater and perhaps all screen musical history. Bravo, well done, Sir. 🌠

[@kaley1368]

I cried! That was INCREDIBLE! Great mixing as well!

[@MaxHechtman]

Thank you so much! It took some work to synchronize up the two versions, particularly the climax, but it all paid off. The visuals were edited in Adobe Premiere and the audio was mixed in Final Cut Pro X.

[@janebarry-fraundorf4623]

WOW, AWESOME Job! WELL worth the work you did and SO very much appreciated!!

[@aarongilmore1254]

This is fantastic.... Great job

[@MaxHechtman]

Glad you like it!

[@GringoLatino941]

I LOVE THE WAY "THEY" MIX THESE FROM ORIGINAL 1961 MOVIE WITH THE 2021 MOVIE! IT IS FLAWLESS. I LOVE IT! IT IS GREAT, EXCELLENT!

[@Charles-nj2ef]

Fascinating!

[@lewisharris7353]

Wow what a great job of putting two fantastic movies together. Thanks for this!

[@MaxHechtman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MissNYWF]

You took my breath away with this. Beyond fantastic!

[@michaelz9892]

Great

[@photo161]

An incredibly complex and compelling ensemble number unlike anything ever attempted on the Broadway stage before or since.

[@photo161]

...by the great Leonard Bernstein, of course

[@mitchellkingston7782]

The timpani had a field day with the instrumental

[@lucypeterson2231]

Absolutely masterful editing on your part! Completely intoxicating and chill-inducing! Bravo!

[@alexthomas962]

Incredible!!!! I love this!

[@finleyforevermore]

This is a MASTERPIECE! Simply phenomenal!

[@dimitragk8922]

this needs more views! perfectly made

[@ghiezellealmonte3080]

I love this supercut!! The transitions between both Tony's, and everyone overlapping at the end gave me chills! Also in the beginning with the Jets, switching from 1961 to 2021! This was very well done, gonna watch it over and over!