Othello with David Harewood | Preview
Season 2
Episode 4
About the Episode
David Harewood was the first black actor to play Othello at London’s National Theatre, triumphantly taking on the role in 1997. Now he returns to the play to discover how the centuries have changed our views of it. A forensic psychiatrist helps to analyze Iago ( an extraordinary psychopath) and how he manipulates Othello by persuading him that his wife is having an affair.
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Extras
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Education | May I with Right and Conscience Make this Claim?
The ironic aspects of the justification for Henry V's campaign in France are explored.2:26 -
Education | Have We Learned Anything?
This segment reflects on the transience of Henry V’s military accomplishments.2:08 -
Education | The Battle of Agincourt
On the eve of the Battle of Agincourt, Henry V inspires his soldiers.6:34 -
Education | Grief-Stricken Hamlet
An overview of Hamlet and a discussion of the theme of loss within the play.5:17 -
Education | Many Different Hamlets
Actors David Tennant and Jude Law discuss approaching the soliloquy from Act III, Scene i.2:30 -
Education | I’ll Drown My Book
An overview of how Ariel’s compassion alters Prospero’s outlook.3:48 -
Education | The Resurrection of Sebastian
An analysis of Shakespeare’s “resurrection” of Sebastian.1:27 -
Education | Shakespeare's Daughter and The Tempest
A look at how Shakespeare’s relationship with his daughter may have affected The Tempest.1:33 -
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Morgan Freeman reunites with Co-Star Tracey Ullman
Morgan Freeman reunites with his own Kate, Tracey Ullman to talk about their performance.4:34
