Desdemona's father. He reacts with fury upon learning of his daughter's marriage to Othello, accusing the general of using witchcraft to win her, only to be convinced by Othello's recounting of his life story.
Samuele is the prophet who foretells that a new king will rule Israel. His prophecy establishes the central conflict before David is recognized, causing dismay for King Saul and helping define David as the newcomer whose arrival threatens the existing royal order.
The Canon is the religious authority to whom Conor confides his wish to become a priest. He is initially hesitant about Conor's vocation, but later reassures him that he can fulfil it in some way even if he does not become a priest. His conversations offer Conor guidance as he confronts his parentage and the public fallout over the statue.
Hilton Edwards has 20 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Signature works include David and Goliath, Othello, Filming Othello. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
