The plot
Why does Iago decide to plot against Othello?
Because he promoted Cassio instead of him.
Who is the main character of the play?
Othellos who is a brave Moorish general of the Venetian Republic and also the husband of Desdemona
What is the purpose of Iago’s manipulations?
He plans to ruin Othello’s life
Where was the 1995 film Othello shot to add realism to the story?
Venice and Cyprus
Revenge
Vendetta
Why does Othello kill Desdemona?
Because he was convinced by Iago that she had cheated on him with Cassio.
How does lago's inner motivation evolve as he carries out his deception?
lago's motivation shifts from resentment to taking pleasure in manipulation.
Who is the character that represents envy and hatred the most in Othello?
Iago
Who directed the 1965 adaptation of Othello?
Directed by John Dexter
Betrayal
Tradimento
How does the story end?
Othello kills Desdemona and then himself, and Iago is arrested.
Who is Iago?
Iago is Othello's standard-bearer
Why does Iago feel jealous of Othello and Cassio?
Iago is jealous of Othello’s position and Cassio’s promotion
Why is the 1952 movie Othello so important?
It's imprint and why he won the award at the Cannes film festival
Envy
Invidia
What “proof“ does Iago use to make Othello believe Desdemona is unfaithful?
A handkerchief
How does Othello's behavior change over the course of the tragedy?
Othello changes from calm and rational to impulsive and violent.
How does Iago use the weaknesses of others?
To gain power and revenge
Why is the 1995 Othello considered a milestone in cinema?
Because it is the first major cinematic adaption to feature a black actor as Othello.
Deception
Inganno
Why does Cassio fight with Roderigo?
Because Iago gets him drunk, so that he will lose his position.
How is Desdemona?
She is Othello’s wife
What does Iago’s behavior show about trust?
That lies can destroy trust and love
What are the differences between the original and the movie?
They are the beginning of the film with the funeral and the techniques
used to record
Standard-bearer
Portabandiera