Othello with David Harewood | Preview
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.
Previews + Extras
David Harewood on White Actors Playing Othello
S2 E4 - 2m 7s
Racial prejudice has allowed white actors to play Othello well into the 20th century. David Harewood discusses Larry Olivier's performance in 1964.
David Harewood on the Racial Prejudice in Othello
S2 E4 - 1m 41s
David Harewood discusses how Othello's black character brought racial prejudices. He also shares his experience on being the first black actor to play Othello.
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