Otello

Based On the book by William Shakespeare

Otello is a 1906 Italian silent film based on the 1887 opera of the same name by Giuseppe Verdi, both being based on the William Shakespeare play Othello. The film was directed by and starred Mario Caserini, playing opposite his wife Maria Caserini. It is believed to be the earliest film adaptation of the play, released in Italy on 30 October 1906. Gaston Velle is also credited as co-director.

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Release date:

1906

Director:

Mario Caserini, Gaston Velle

Cast:

Fernanda Negri Pouget, Ubaldo Maria Del Colle, Maria Caserini, Mario Caserini

Genre:

Drama, Musical, Silent

Country:

Italy

Year page:

1906 in adaptations