Set in 16th-century Venice, Othello is a tragedy that revolves around the Moorish general Othello, his lieutenant Iago, and their tangled relationships. Iago's plot to exploit Othello's jealousy and manipulate those around him leads to a chain of tragic events.
Othello, a Moorish general in Venetian army, falls victim to manipulation and treachery by his ensign, Iago, leading to the tragic downfall of Othello and his wife Desdemona.
Omkara is a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello, set in a small town in India. The story revolves around Omkara, a charismatic and powerful gangster, his jealous and manipulative right-hand man, and their dark schemes of love, betrayal, and revenge. As the plot unfolds, the characters' lives intertwine, leading to a tragic outcome.
In A Double Life (1947), a Broadway actor becomes completely consumed by his role as Othello, leading to a series of events filled with jealousy, murder, and insanity.
Screenwriter John Good's rock & roll adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello who is a wandering evangelist who happens onto Iago's remote commune. There he marries the lovely Desdemona much to the chagrin of Iago, who also loves her. The conniving commune leader then manages to quietly pressure Othello until murder and tragedy ensue. Songs include: "Othello", "Working on a Building," "Eat the Bread, Drink the Wine," "Book of Prophecy," "That's What God Said," "Chug a Lug," "Open Your Eyes," "Lust of the Blood," "Put Out the Light" and more.
The earliest British televised production in existence of the play Othello, with black American actor, Gordon Heath, in the title role. This was the first televised version of the play to feature a black actor in the title role. Gordon Heath, an American, came to Britain in 1947 and was cast by Kenneth Tynan to play Othello in his 1950 Arts Council production. The play takes place in Venice and Cyprus and the original production was part-live, with recorded Venice sequences
Dear Mr Shakespeare: Shakespeare Lives is a short film that explores the enduring impact of William Shakespeare's plays in today's world. Through a series of interconnected stories, the film highlights the timeless themes and universal appeal of Shakespeare's works, showcasing how they continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. From high school students performing Hamlet to a theater director adapting Romeo and Juliet for a modern setting, the film celebrates the enduring legacy of Shakespeare's genius.
In this modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello, a police commissioner is manipulated by his subordinate into believing that his wife is unfaithful.
A contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello set in a modern world. The story revolves around jealousy, betrayal, and the consequences of one man's manipulation. It explores themes of race, identity, and the destructive power of mistrust. Othello, the Moorish general of Venice, becomes consumed by jealousy when his ensign, Iago, plants seeds of doubt in his mind about his wife's fidelity. This tragic tale delves into the dark side of human nature and the consequences of unchecked suspicion.
O is a talented basketball player and the only black student at an elite private school. He is dating Desi, the most popular girl in school, and their relationship is not accepted by some of their classmates. Hugo, the jealous son of the school's dean, plots to destroy O's life by manipulating those around him.
A contemporary retelling of William Shakespeare's timeless tragedy Othello, exploring the intricacies of human emotions and the consequences of unchecked manipulation, all within a Bengali context.
Shakespeare’s Othello is revisited exactly as it was written, brought into the present through the power of dialect alone. Iago, Othello, and Desdemona are regrettably still among us, in contemporary events told through a great classic. Set in the early 2000s, it is a timeless story where good and evil intertwine in a maelstrom of deceit, betrayal and mad jealousy.
The Moorish general Othello is manipulated into thinking that his new wife Desdemona has been carrying on an affair with his lieutenant Michael Cassio when in reality it is all part of the scheme of a bitter ensign named Iago.
Othello, a respected general, falls victim to the manipulations of his ensign, Iago, who plants seeds of doubt and jealousy in his mind, leading to the tragic downfall of Othello and his innocent wife, Desdemona.
In this contemporary retelling, jealousy consumes a newly appointed chief of London police as a scheming colleague plots to ruin his life and career.
National Theatre Live: Othello is a filmed theater production of Shakespeare's play Othello, featuring a live performance at the National Theatre. The story revolves around Othello, a black soldier who faces jealousy and manipulation from his trusted advisor, Iago. It explores themes of love, trust, betrayal, and racial discrimination.
A general's marriage is destroyed when a vengeful lieutenant convinces him that his new wife has been unfaithful.
Iago and a comrade-in-arms are outside the Venice home of Desdemona's father, who does not yet know that she has eloped with Othello. Iago confides to his friend -- who had hoped to marry Desdemona -- that he serves Othello to further his own ends. Venice needs Othello to protect its commercial interests in Cyprus where the Turkish fleet is headed. Desdemona insists on going to Cyprus, too. In Cyprus, Iago plots to convince Othello that Desdemona has betrayed him with Cassio. A lot more than political ambition seems to be motivating Iago.
In 'The Appointment,' a lawyer's life is turned upside down when he falls for a beautiful woman who may not be what she seems. As he becomes increasingly obsessed with her, he descends into a world of deception, jealousy, and dangerous secrets. Set against the backdrop of Rome, the film explores themes of love, obsession, and the dark side of human nature.
Otello is a powerful general in Venice, Italy, who becomes consumed by jealousy and driven to tragic consequences when he believes his wife Desdemona has been unfaithful to him. The story explores themes of power, love, deception, and betrayal.