O

About This Movie

O (2001) is a modern take on Othello, set in a high school basketball world. Tim Blake Nelson really captures the tension of ambition and jealousy. The performances are raw, especially Mekhi Phifer as Odin, who brings a palpable intensity to the role. Julia Stiles as Desi has this intriguing complexity, and you can feel the subtle class dynamics at play. The film's pacing dips and swells with the basketball games, which were shot with a gritty realism that adds to the atmosphere. It's not all about the court, though; the personal conflicts unfold in a way that feels unsettling and authentic.

Shot on location in North Carolina.Features a contemporary score blending hip-hop and orchestral.Released by Lionsgate in DVD and Blu-ray formats.Tim Blake Nelson's directorial debut.