Brabantio, Desdemona’s father, reacts to news of his daughter’s relationship with Othello. While later in the play, Desdemona speaks with Iago about Othello’s anger towards her. After some failed attempts, Iago manages to steal the handkerchief.
a) opening scene with Brabantio
b) the handkerchief scene with Desdemona and Iago
Othelito (2007), adapted and directed by Ângelo Brandini, is a stage re-visitation of Shakespeare’s Othello, the Moor of Venice from the point of view of comedy. The main characters become commedia dell’arte archetypes: Othelito is the Captain, a fearful fellow who is always boasting his achievements. Brabantio becomes a Pantalone of sorts, a cantankerous old miser. Iago is Briguela, the crafty villain. Cassio and Desdemona are the Enamorados, typical romantic characters. Read More
