Adrian Lester (Othello) and Rory Kinnear (Iago) talk about their characters, the relationship between them, their relative position in the social and military hierarchy of the play and the motivations for their actions. This film includes footage from the National Theatre's 2013 production.

Behind the Lines: Representing the military on stage

Othello, newly married to Desdemona who is half his age, is appointed leader of a military operation to defend Cyprus from the Turks. Iago, his ensign, passed over for promotion in favour of young Cassio, persuades Othello that Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair. This is a collection of content around the 2013 National Theatre production of William Shakespeare's play, directed by Nicholas Hytner and starring Adrian Lester and Rory Kinnear. Included in this collection is a background pack, an interview with the director and films looking at specific areas of the play.