Othello And O Comparative Essay
OTHELLO & O – Comparative Essay [Draft]
The comparative study of William Shakespeare’s tragedy, ‘Othello’ and Tim Nelson’s film adaption, ‘O’, signifies how composers of different contexts and eras are able to effectively present their ideas to challenge their intended audience, through the use of different techniques and individual mediums. The universal themes of jealousy, racism and appearance vs. reality are explored through the representation and perspectives of both text’s protagonist and antagonist. In addition, readers are made to perceive the importance of human values, such as innocence, honesty, trust and acceptance.
The Shakespearean theatrical tragedy, ‘Othello’, was composed under the significant influences of the Renaissance era; a time of war, social hierarchy, political and religious conflict, as well as the emergence of humanism. The idea of humanism impacted on the play, as it promoted human values regarding individualism, change and freedom. Furthermore, Shakespeare employed the use of the classical Greek tragedy, accompanied by the five act Seneca.
In contrast, Tim Nelson’s 2001 film adaption, ‘O’, is presented with similar views, but is extended into a more modern context. The modern contextual features evident in this film …show more content…
From the opening of the film, the nature of jealousy and ambition is introduced through the voiceover of Hugo, “I know you’re not supposed to be jealous or anything… but to fly, to soar above everyone and everything…” Following this voiceover, the scene immediately shifts to a basketball game, accompanied by rap music. The game of basketball can be described as Odin’s ‘warzone’, where he is the best player and only believes in winning. This can be contrasted to Othello’s high status as a General in
The comparative study of William Shakespeare’s tragedy, ‘Othello’ and Tim Nelson’s film adaption, ‘O’, signifies how composers of different contexts and eras are able to effectively present their ideas to challenge their intended audience, through the use of different techniques and individual mediums. The universal themes of jealousy, racism and appearance vs. reality are explored through the representation and perspectives of both text’s protagonist and antagonist. In addition, readers are made to perceive the importance of human values, such as innocence, honesty, trust and acceptance.
The Shakespearean theatrical tragedy, ‘Othello’, was composed under the significant influences of the Renaissance era; a time of war, social hierarchy, political and religious conflict, as well as the emergence of humanism. The idea of humanism impacted on the play, as it promoted human values regarding individualism, change and freedom. Furthermore, Shakespeare employed the use of the classical Greek tragedy, accompanied by the five act Seneca.
In contrast, Tim Nelson’s 2001 film adaption, ‘O’, is presented with similar views, but is extended into a more modern context. The modern contextual features evident in this film …show more content…
From the opening of the film, the nature of jealousy and ambition is introduced through the voiceover of Hugo, “I know you’re not supposed to be jealous or anything… but to fly, to soar above everyone and everything…” Following this voiceover, the scene immediately shifts to a basketball game, accompanied by rap music. The game of basketball can be described as Odin’s ‘warzone’, where he is the best player and only believes in winning. This can be contrasted to Othello’s high status as a General in