Othello
"An Explosive 21st Century Adaptation From Masterpiece Theatre"
Originally released in 2001. Othello is a drama film. directed by Geoffrey Sax.
Starring Christopher Eccleston, Eamonn Walker, and Keeley Hawes
Synopsis
With freshly rechristened characters and brand-new dialogue, this British TV production of Othello is a "rethinking" of Shakespeare's play, albeit still retaining the original's power and potency. The story is set in the London of the near future, a crime-ridden metropolis virtually torn apart by racial hostilities. By order of the Prime Minister, black police officer John Othello (Eamonn Walker) is promoted to Commissioner, a post dearly coveted by Othello's friend, mentor and fellow officer Ben Jago (Christopher Eccleston). Seething with jealousy, Jago contrives to discredit Othello in the eyes of the public, and to destroy John's interracial marriage to the lily-white Dessie (Keeley Hawes). Among those used as unwitting dupes to gain Jago's ends are Othello's trusted lieutenant, Michael Cass (Richard Coyle), scrupulously honest police constable Alan Roderick (Del Synnott), and Jago's own wife, Lulu (Rachael Stirling).
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- LWT
- GBH
- CBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Othello about?
With freshly rechristened characters and brand-new dialogue, this British TV production of Othello is a "rethinking" of Shakespeare's play, albeit still retaining the original's power and potency. ...
Who directed Othello?
Othello was directed by Geoffrey Sax.
How long is Othello?
Othello has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Othello released?
Othello was released on December 23, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Othello?
The main cast of Othello includes Christopher Eccleston, Eamonn Walker, Keeley Hawes, Richard Coyle, Rachael Stirling.