Movie Description

Отелло

(1955)

Overview

Othello, a celebrated Moorish general, secretly marries Desdemona, angering her noble father and inciting the envious Iago’s hatred. Sent to Cyprus, Othello’s victories are overshadowed by Iago’s manipulations: he frames Desdemona as unfaithful with Othello’s lieutenant Cassio. Consumed by jealousy, Othello murders his wife. Discovering Iago’s treachery too late, Othello kills himself as Cyprus learns the bitter truth.

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Original TitleОтелло

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1955-12-02

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 47m

Production CompaniesMosfilm

Genres

  • Drama