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Question 1

How is the play opened in the Orson Welles version? When?

Answer 1

1952

Iago opens the play in a cage, with his eyes glinting wickedly which foreshadows the tragic events he causes

Question 2

How is Othello’s lack of power shown?

Answer 2

In Oliver Parker’s 1995 film, Othello’s lack of power is shown by him being trapped in a cage as he overlooks Iago’s actions