An exclusive advanced screening of a highly-anticipated Steven Spielberg film was held in Paterson on Tuesday.

Paterson residents were able to see a screening of “West Side Story” at the Fabian Theater. Paterson was chosen for one of these screenings because the cast and crew of the film called Paterson home during the summer of 2018 while filming.

"Paterson is always on the map. But, this is exciting. It's a good thing that happened to the city” says Paterson resident Sandy Macolino.

“West Side Story” hits theaters this Friday.