I watched it last…really enjoyed it. Re: the original- I saw it with a group while in the 8th grade, I’ve owned it on VHS, Laserdisc, DVD, etc. a classic, no doubt.
But the 2021 version is spectacular in my mind. The dancing, the dialogue back/forth Spanish/English, cinematography, Spielberg’s opening scene of the demolition of the neighborhood, all got me.
it’s fine to opine on the original being “better”….but if you haven’t watched 2021 all the way through I’d have to listen to but discount your opinion.