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The Metropolitan Opera: Otello (2012)

Movie 157 min

Music

In Verdi’s retelling of Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, Renée Fleming gives a captivating performance as the innocent Desdemona, a role long considered one of her calling cards. Johan Botha as the title hero delivers an imposing portrayal of a proud warrior brought down by jealousy, and Falk Struckmann is thrilling as the villainous Iago. James Morris sings Lodovico. Elijah Moshinsky’s production is conducted by Semyon Bychkov.

Arrigo Boito Writer Elijah Moshinsky Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 27, 2012
Runtime
157 min
Rating
PG-13
IMDb
tt2395995
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Cast

Johan Botha Otello Renée Fleming Renée Fleming Desdemona Falk Struckmann Iago Michael Fabiano Cassio James Morris James Morris Lodovico Eduardo Valdes Roderigo Renée Tatum Emilia Stephen Gaertner Stephen Gaertner Montano Luthando Qave Luthando Qave Heraldo Semyon Bychkov Conductor

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Metropolitan Opera: Otello about?
In Verdi’s retelling of Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, Renée Fleming gives a captivating performance as the innocent Desdemona, a role long considered one of her calling cards. Johan Botha as the title hero delivers an imposing portrayal of a proud warrior brought down by jealousy, and Falk Struckmann is thrilling as the villainous Iago. James Morris sings Lodovico. Elijah Moshinsky’s production is conducted by Semyon Bychkov.
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Otello?
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello was directed by Elijah Moshinsky.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Otello?
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello stars Johan Botha, Renée Fleming, Falk Struckmann, Michael Fabiano.
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Otello released?
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello is a 2012 music film.
Where can I watch The Metropolitan Opera: Otello?
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