Rossini Otello (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film
Released in 2014, Rossini Otello is a notable film, running about 156 minutes. “Rossini's Otello for a New Century” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This new disc from the Zurich Opera presents just about as thoughtful and coherent account of Rossini's Otello as one could hope for. This isn't the first time the company has made something of a splash with the bel canto repertory. Some will remember their CD release, a few years back, of Bellini's Norma, also featuring Bartoli. That set got very mixed reviews, and those who hated that will probably hate this too, no doubt before they even watch it. But for those not initiated in the trench warfare that music loving often attracts, this disc will be most welcome. The world class cast, led by Cecilia Bartoli and tenor John Osborn, are (mostly) young, committed and talented. They deliver, here, an intense performance that makes a very strong case for this neglected opera.
Who’s in it. Rossini Otello stars John Osborn as Otello, Cecilia Bartoli as Desdemona, Edgardo Rocha as Jago and Liliana Nikiteanu as Emilia, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rossini Otello page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rossini Otello (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rossini Otello change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Rossini Otello?
- Rossini Otello stars John Osborn, Cecilia Bartoli, Edgardo Rocha, Liliana Nikiteanu and Javier Camarena.
- When was Rossini Otello released?
- Rossini Otello was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 156 minutes.