For This Revival, the Stars Are the Thing
This Othello is…fine. Directed by Kenny Leon in a manner that can only be described as haphazard, there’s nothing horribly wrong about it, and it’s certainly thrilling to see the two leads, both of whom have undeniable stage chops in addition to movie star charisma, going toe-to-toe right in front of you. But audiences can be forgiven for wanting something more after all the hype.
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Complex Men and Caricatures of Women Are Caught ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’
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