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Steven Spielberg Shoots Iconic “America” Scene For ‘West Side Story’ During Harlem Heatwave

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West Side Story Shoots Scene

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Heatwave Can’t Stop Production On Set Of “West Side Story”

This one is for all our Broadway baes who have been eagerly awaiting updates on the Hollywood version of ‘West Side Story.’

West Side Story Shoots Scene

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On Saturday Steven Spielberg was photographed filming the classic “America” sequence in Harlem – DESPITE the scorching heatwave that struck New York City.

Keep clicking for more great shots from the set.

West Side Story Shoots Scene

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West Side Story Shoots Scene

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Ariana Debose looks like she is killing it as Anita in the movie.

West Side Story Shoots Scene

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Wardrobe department knocked it out the park too.

West Side Story Shoots Scene

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West Side Story Shoots Scene

Source: JB NICHOLAS / SplashNews.com / Splash News

West Side Story Shoots Scene

Source: JB NICHOLAS / SplashNews.com / Splash News

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