The fact that O starts out as a character with a questionable background detracts from the "tragedy" of a great and heroic military commander (Othello) falling from his high pedestal. ... Overall, the movie was very enjoyable because it is a new interpretation of Shakespeare even though as an independent work it leaves much to be desired. ...

• Word Count: 570
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Satan disobeys God, and the uprising led by him in the Heaven results in the fall of Satan and angels from the light to darkness and suffering. ... Nevertheless, his pride, defiance, and desire to gain more authority than God makes him rebel against God and eventually fall down to Hell together with other rebellious angels. ...

• Word Count: 4910
• Approx Pages: 20
• Grade Level: Undergraduate