Shakespeare in Performance: Film
Othello (1990, Trevor Nunn)
| Title | Othello |
|---|---|
| Year | 1990 |
| Release Locations | UK |
| Director | Trevor Nunn |
| Medium | Color video |
| Length | 3 hrs, 30 mins |
| Play Connections | Othello (recording) |
Description
Though not a live performance, this film documents Trevor Nunn's original stage production with the Royal Shakespeare Company. The cameras remain free to move among the actors and there is some attention to cinematography and framing, so the final product is a well documented stage production, not archival footage. Opera baritone Willard White acquits himself well in the lead role, with a physical stiffness and a melodious voice. Ian McKellen's Iago is sharp and self-absorbed. Imogen Stubbs is by far the best Desdemona I have ever seen, imbuing the character with dignity, grace, and a naive enthusiasm that does not detract from her intelligence. The production is also notable for its interesting use of double and triple casting.
Description by Tanya Gough. Cited by permission. — Added 2008-11-14
A filmed staging of Trevor Nunn's stage production.
Description by Tanya Gough. Cited by permission. — Added 2008-11-14
Cast Overview
| Duke of Venice | John Burgess |
|---|---|
| Brabantio | Clive Swift |
| Gratiano | Clive Swift |
| Lodovico | John Burgess |
| Othello | Willard White |
| Cassio | Sean Baker |
| Iago | Ian McKellen |
| Roderigo | Michael Grandage |
| Montano | Philip Sully |
| Desdemona | Imogen Stubbs |
| Emilia | Zoe Wanamaker |
| Bianca | Marsha Hunt |
| Musician | Jonathan Goldstein |
| Musician | Peter Rolinson |
| First Cyprus Soldier | David Hounslow |
| First Othello Soldier | David Hounslow |
| Servant to the Senate | David Hounslow |
| Second Cyprus Soldier | Brian Lawson |
| Second Othello Solider | Brian Lawson |
| First Senator | Brian Lawson |
Production Team and Crew Overview
Production information courtesy of: Tanya Gough