Othello
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John Kani's fine and masterful performance marks the first time an African actor had been cast in the title role opposite a white Desdemona, and this play was performed before a multiracial audience in Johannesburg, South Africa. With Tony Award–winner John Kani as Othello, Joanna Weinberg as Desdemona, and a contextual introduction by the director, Janet Suzman.
Media Details
Runtime: 3 hours 7 minutes 54 seconds
- Topic: Biographies, Literature
- Subtopic: English Literature, Plays, Shakespeare, William
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 1988
- Producer/Distributor: Films Media Group
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