Review of O (2001) by Sunil J — 29 Mar 2009

One of the best of the Shakespearean retellings. Some really great performances by young actors.

This review of O (2001) was written by Sunil J on 29 Mar 2009.

O has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Joseph E (544) on 07 Oct 2010

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By Leah E (19) on 14 Aug 2013

The story is about Odin James/Othello played by Mekhi Phifer who is the star basketball player of their school team Hawks…

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By Waleed A (914) on 19 Jan 2014

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