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Liked It2 of 3 members found this review helpful “Iago is one of the greatest villains in all world literature. I've loved this play since I studied it in high school. If you ever want to see how Shakespeare can show us the essence of character through language alone, this is as good an example as any.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“I thought this was a good play. One of the characters Iago is interesting because he is a good manipulator. He knows how the other characters feel and their weaknesses therefore, he uses this to his advantage. Also, this play portrays how emotions can drive a person to lose self-control through the character, Othello. He believes his wife has cheated on him and nothing changes his mind on this belief. As a result of his jealousy, he hits his wife and is rude to her. ”
AGNIESZKA W wrote this review 9 hours ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Drama 120: Heritage of Dramatic Literature - A short play that is probably second on my list of Shakespeare favorites. Main characters are Othello, Desdemona, and Iago.
Wendy Bell wrote this review 21 hours ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
English 533: Shakespeare - The issue of motivation (visible, hidden, and obscure) was examined extensively during this reading. I found the play much more interesting during this second reading. (October 1998)”“Loved it.”
Kathleen A wrote this review 6 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Classic”
Abby Davis wrote this review 8 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This is argumentably one of my favorite Shakespeare plays! I think I may even prefer it over Romeo & Juliet...but that might be pushing it. This play is frustrating to read as an audience member; the plot thickens as readers know exactly what Iago is up to, while Othello destroys his marriage unbeknowest to Iago's motives. A rich piece that is sure to entertain, Othello is a must-read!”
Jennifer D wrote this review 12 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Not bad.”
Jessica O wrote this review 13 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Shakespeare's poetry is always enjoyable to read, although I find I have to almost whisper it, otherwise I find myself missing the language. Usually I skim a little as I read, which doesn't work with Shakespeare. It's definitely a depressing story, but, of course, well written.”
Elise M wrote this review 2 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I liked this book a lot more than I thought I would. Othello starts out as a kind, noble man and is vicious and manipulative by the end of the book. Iago is the villain, and Emilia, his wife, is the unexpected character who lets everyone know what Iago's real intentions are.”
Michelle Blair wrote this review Friday, November 13 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Although this play was somewhat difficult to follow, plot-wise, I soon got immersed with the characters. The one thing that bothered me was that Othello did not actually have many lines, Iago was more of a main character. I did like this play, and Iago's clverness amuses me throughout.”
Nicole Manilich wrote this review Friday, November 13 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Indeed, Iago is the best of all villains and he remains among us as much today as in Shakespeare's time, while Desdemona keeps the Griselda tradition going. Hopefully, humility, patience and blind obedience are no longer criteria for the ideal 'helpmate.' I find this play the most compelling of Shakespeare's.”
Nancy A wrote this review Wednesday, November 11 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
