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Othello

1951

Orson Welles' magnificent screening of Shakespeare's immortal tragedy

  • Orson Welles
  • 1h 33m
  • November 28, 1951 · France, Italy, Morocco, United States of America

Overview

Manipulated by his jealous ensign Iago, the Moorish general Othello is driven to believe that his new wife Desdemona is unfaithful, setting in motion a chain of deception, jealousy, and violence that leads to tragedy.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
November 28, 1951
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
France, Italy, Morocco, United States of America
Director
Orson Welles
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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