Othello
Synopsis
After 400 years Shakespeare's great tragedy still has strong social and political relevance, and this celebrated production by leading actress and director Janet Suzman was momentous, as it was staged at South Africa's famous Market Theatre during the apartheid era. Tony Award-winning actor John Kani plays the title role.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Janet Suzman
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- Othello
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 8m
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Janet Suzman
William Shakespeare
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Janet Suzman
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What is Othello about?
After 400 years Shakespeare's great tragedy still has strong social and political relevance, and this celebrated production by leading actress and director Janet Suzman was momentous, as it was staged at South Africa's famous Market Theatre during the apartheid era. Tony Award-winning actor John Kani plays the title role.
Who directed Othello?
Othello was directed by Janet Suzman.
Who stars in Othello?
The principal cast of Othello includes John Kani, Joanna Weinberg.
When was Othello released and how long is it?
Othello was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 3h 8m.