Otello (1906 film)

Otello is a 1906 Italian silent film based on the 1887 opera of the same name by Giuseppe Verdi, both being based on the William Shakespeare play Othello.^[1] The film was directed by and starred Mario Caserini, playing opposite his wife Maria Caserini. It is believed to be the earliest film adaptation of the play, released in Italy on 30 October 1906.

Otello
Directed by	Mario Caserini Gaston Velle
Story by	William Shakespeare
Starring	Mario Caserini Maria Caserini
Release date	30 October 1906 (1906-10-30)
Country	Italy

Gaston Velle is also credited as co-director.^[2]