May 19, 2026
WEST SIDE STORY (1961) – AFI Movie Club
A contemporary reimagining of “Romeo and Juliet” based on the beloved stage musical, WEST SIDE STORY (1961) more than earned its acclaim across the American Film Institute’s lists celebrating excellence in the art form – including placement on both the original and 10th anniversary editions of the greatest American films and three entries among the...
January 2, 2026
REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE (1955) – AFI Movie Club
Ranked by the American Film Institute among the greatest American films of all time, REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE (1955) features a performance from James Dean – named by AFI as one of cinema’s greatest screen legends, starring here in what is arguably his most essential and iconic role. Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more...
November 28, 2024
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947) – AFI Movie Club
With events set into motion by a mad dash to find a last-minute replacement Kris Kringle for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947) encapsulates the spirit of the season – whether its central figure is truly the man of myth or merely just a kindly old gentleman in the right place...
November 27, 2023
SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS (1961) – AFI Movie Club
Named by the American Film Institute among the greatest filmed love stories in the history of the art form, SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS (1961) pairs Natalie Wood and AFI Life Achievement Award honoree Warren Beatty in his feature film debut – and features stunning production design by AFI Honorary Degree recipient Richard Sylbert. Visit the...
September 6, 2022
THE GREAT RACE (1965) – AFI Movie Club
A madcap adventure charting a course from New York to Paris, director Blake Edwards’ THE GREAT RACE (1965) features hilarious performances from Tony Curtis, Natalie Wood, Peter Falk and AFI Life Achievement Award Jack Lemmon. Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more about THE GREAT RACE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UMOX7YYdJM%20 HOW TO WATCH Where to stream THE GREAT...
April 13, 2021
AFI Movie Club: WEST SIDE STORY
WEST SIDE STORY appears on seven of AFI’s lists of the greatest American films of all time, including #2 on AFI’S 100 YEARS OF MUSICALS and #3 on AFI’s 100 YEARS…100 PASSIONS. Co-director Robert Wise was the 26th recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award. HOW TO WATCH Where to stream WEST SIDE STORY WEST SIDE STORY - Reelgood GET THE LATEST FROM AFI MOVIE CLUB AFI Movie Club is a...
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