The Metropolitan Opera: Otello(2012)
A Riveting Performance all Around
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello Synopsis
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.
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello (2012) is a music film directed by Elijah Moshinsky, released on October 27, 2012 with a runtime of 2h 37m. It stars Johan Botha, Renée Fleming, Falk Struckmann and Michael Fabiano.
- Director:
- Elijah Moshinsky
- Writers:
- William Shakespeare, Arrigo Boito
- Status:
- Released
The Metropolitan Opera: Otello Cast & Crew
Main cast
Johan Botha
as Otello
Renée Fleming
as Desdemona
Falk Struckmann
as Iago
- Michael Fabiano
Michael Fabiano
as Cassio
James Morris
as Lodovico
- Eduardo Valdes
Eduardo Valdes
as Roderigo
- Renée Tatum
Renée Tatum
as Emilia
Stephen Gaertner
as Montano
Luthando Qave
as Heraldo
Semyon Bychkov
as Conductor
Key crew
Directed by Elijah Moshinsky, written by William Shakespeare and Arrigo Boito.
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The Metropolitan Opera: Otello – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Metropolitan Opera: Otello online?
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The Metropolitan Opera: Otello (2012) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Otello?
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The main cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Otello (2012) includes Johan Botha, Renée Fleming, Falk Struckmann, Michael Fabiano and James Morris. The film was directed by Elijah Moshinsky. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Otello released?
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The Metropolitan Opera: Otello was released on October 27, 2012 and runs for 2h 37m.