Oliver Parker's "Othello" - In depth analysis

Parker's "Othello" mainly focuses on issues of racism, redemption as well as jealousy, all of which is primarily conveyed through Iago's deeds. The idea of racism is shown in the opening scene of the film when Iago commented "the old black ram is tupping your white ewe" as well as fact that Iago always refer to Othello as "the Moor". Jealousy as well as the urge to revenge are the common responses that evoked from …

…dignity. Fishburne now gives him sexuality", which supports this point. Parker's view of Othello can be classified as a "sexual thriller". Parker's production of "Othello" was purposed to attract new audiences to watch Shakespeare and thus much of the Shakespearan text as well as poetries have been altered to allow appreciation and understanding of the audience. While Fishburne may not be a great Shakespearan actor, his sexuality definitely adds a new dimension to the film.