Otello (1995)
Verdi’s monumental score is fully the equal of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy—and both demand great actors. This is one performance where both playwright and composer are well served. Plácido Domingo’s Otello is one of the glories of the operatic world, beautifully sung and so commandingly acted that audiences are devastated by the end. Renée Fleming’s ravishingly beautiful Desdemona is deeply moving, and as Iago, James Morris is as beguiling as he is menacing. Under James Levine’s conducting the Met orchestra and chorus are vital characters in the drama.
Cast
- Plácido Domingo - Otello
- Renée Fleming - Desdemona
- James Morris - Jago
- Jane Bunnell - Emilia
- Richard Croft - Cassio
- Charles Anthony - Roderigo
- Theodore Lambrinos - Montano
- Christopher Schaldenbrand - Un Eraldo
- Alexander Anisimov - Lodovico
- James Levine - Conductor
Screenplay
- Arrigo Boito
- William Shakespeare (Original Story)
Themes
Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices
Keywords
opera, suicide, jealousy, tragedy, murder, betrayal, back stabbing, the moors (people)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Otello about?
- Verdi’s monumental score is fully the equal of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy—and both demand great actors. This is one performance where both playwright and composer are well served. Plácido Domingo’s Otello is one of the glories of the operatic world, beautifully sung and so commandingly acted that audiences are devastated by the end. Renée Fleming’s ravishingly beautiful Desdemona is deeply moving, and as Iago, James Morris is as beguiling as he is menacing. Under James Levine’s conducting the Met orchestra and chorus are vital characters in the drama.
- Who directed Otello?
- Otello was directed by Brian Large, Elijah Moshinsky.
- Who stars in Otello?
- Otello stars Plácido Domingo, Renée Fleming, James Morris, Jane Bunnell, Richard Croft, Charles Anthony.
- How long is Otello?
- Otello has a runtime of 2h 22m (142 minutes).
- What genre is Otello?
- Otello is a Music, Drama film.
- Where was Otello produced?
- Otello was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Otello?
- The themes of Otello include: Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices.