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Otello

1986 · 1 h 58 min
Directed by Franco Zeffirelli · Italy · Contemporary European Art Cinema
DramaMusical

Cast

Plácido Domingo Katia Ricciarelli Justino Díaz Petra Malakova Urbano Barberini Massimo Foschi

Credits

Written by: Arrigo Boito

Plot

Based on Shakespeare's play, Verdi's opera depicts the devastating effects of jealousy, "...the green-eyed monster which doth mock the meat it feeds upon". Believing Otello has promoted the fast-rising Cassio over himself, Iago plots to destroy both Cassio and Otello.

Sinekatalog’s take

Otello (1986) is a Italian drama directed by Franco Zeffirelli. It stars Plácido Domingo, Katia Ricciarelli and Justino Díaz. It runs 118 minutes. It is listed here for its festival and awards record.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

Ratings

IMDb: 6.9 / 10 (670 votes)
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