Otello (1973)

Otello (1973) poster

Herbert von Karajan directed this film of Verdi’s Shakespearan masterpiece as well as conducting the Berlin Philharmonic. As the tragic Moor of Venice, arguably his greatest role, John Vickers (in the words of critic David Cairns) "commands both the notes and the moral grandeur of the part. … And he has the aura of greatness – greatness of heart, of bearing, of musical and dramatic conception". Mirella Freni is a heartbreakingly lovely and fragile Desdemona, while the fine English baritone Peter Glossop plays the villainous Jago.

Director: Roger Benamou
Genre: Music
Runtime: 140 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Giuseppe Verdi
Cinematography: Ernst Wild
Production: Deutsche Grammophon
Country: Germany
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it

Keywords

opera

More Films by Director: Roger Benamou
More Films in Genre: Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Otello about?
Herbert von Karajan directed this film of Verdi’s Shakespearan masterpiece as well as conducting the Berlin Philharmonic. As the tragic Moor of Venice, arguably his greatest role, John Vickers (in the words of critic David Cairns) "commands both the notes and the moral grandeur of the part. … And he has the aura of greatness – greatness of heart, of bearing, of musical and dramatic conception". Mirella Freni is a heartbreakingly lovely and fragile Desdemona, while the fine English baritone Peter Glossop plays the villainous Jago.
Who directed Otello?
Otello was directed by Roger Benamou.
Who stars in Otello?
Otello stars Jon Vickers, Mirella Freni, Peter Glossop, Stefania Malagú, José van Dam, Michel Sénéchal.
How long is Otello?
Otello has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
What genre is Otello?
Otello is a Music film.
Where was Otello produced?
Otello was produced in Germany.