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Auto Light and its 98,000 dealers bring you Richard Widmark, Kathy Lewis, and Elliott Lewis in tonight's presentation of Suspense. Tonight, Auto Light presents part two of the first radio dramatization of William Shakespeare's tragic history of love and death, Othello. Our stars, Richard Widmark, Kathy Lewis, and Elliott Lewis. Hi, Harlow. Doing some gardening? Yes, sir, Hap, and here's my favorite plant. Well, that's an Auto Light staple battery. Sure, the power plant for q…

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Synopsis

In the gripping conclusion of Othello, the narrative delves into themes of jealousy, betrayal, and tragic love. Othello, a Moor and a general in the Venetian army, has returned to Cyprus with his wife, Desdemona, after a victorious campaign. However, the ensign Iago harbors deep-seated resentment towards Othello and plots to destroy him.

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C

Cathy Lewis

I

Irene Tedrow

Joseph Kearns

R

Richard Widmark

William Conrad

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Suspense_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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Suspense 530511 512 Othello, Part 2 (64-44) 14656 29m54s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 512

Othello, Part 2

Monday, May 11, 1953 · 30:35

Suspense, Episode 512

Othello, Part 2

Monday, May 11, 1953 · 30:35

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In the conclusion of Shakespeare's Othello, jealousy and betrayal unfold as Iago's manipulations lead to tragic consequences for Othello and Desdemona.

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