Played out in tragic events over the course of the last scenes of the final act, the conflict of rumor versus truth takes a deadly turn when Othello definitively determines death as a fitting recompense for her sins. However, Desdemona displays devotion to her husband through the moment of her death. Othello's resolution to murder his wife could be described as the true tragedy of the play, because his decision is based on speculation and false evidence. I found connections within the song during the refrain. Desdemona's devotion is unquestioned. She would die for the man she loves. Nevertheless, she lost her man "somewhere along in the bitterness."The bitterness is the chaos, confusion, and tumult resulting from Iago stirring Cassio and Roderigo into acts which make them seem dishonorable and licentious."He will do one of two things. He will admit to everything, or he'll say he's just not the same." This lyrical quote portrays the tragic flaw present in Othello to go into a blind rage when sensing treachery. Othello is urged by Desdemona to stop and realize his irrationality, but he pays no heed to the numerous warning he receives from her and others. One might think that Desdemona would be the life needing saving, but if taken in context with the lyrics of the song, Othello clearly becomes the individual in need of salvation. Desdemona accepts her unfortunate fate readily; however, Othello cannot accept and acknowledge the "things you've told him all along." Desdeomona would have stayed up with him all night, if she had known how to save his life.Monday, February 6, 2012
"How to Save a Life"
"How to Save a Life" by The Fray
Played out in tragic events over the course of the last scenes of the final act, the conflict of rumor versus truth takes a deadly turn when Othello definitively determines death as a fitting recompense for her sins. However, Desdemona displays devotion to her husband through the moment of her death. Othello's resolution to murder his wife could be described as the true tragedy of the play, because his decision is based on speculation and false evidence. I found connections within the song during the refrain. Desdemona's devotion is unquestioned. She would die for the man she loves. Nevertheless, she lost her man "somewhere along in the bitterness."The bitterness is the chaos, confusion, and tumult resulting from Iago stirring Cassio and Roderigo into acts which make them seem dishonorable and licentious."He will do one of two things. He will admit to everything, or he'll say he's just not the same." This lyrical quote portrays the tragic flaw present in Othello to go into a blind rage when sensing treachery. Othello is urged by Desdemona to stop and realize his irrationality, but he pays no heed to the numerous warning he receives from her and others. One might think that Desdemona would be the life needing saving, but if taken in context with the lyrics of the song, Othello clearly becomes the individual in need of salvation. Desdemona accepts her unfortunate fate readily; however, Othello cannot accept and acknowledge the "things you've told him all along." Desdeomona would have stayed up with him all night, if she had known how to save his life.
Played out in tragic events over the course of the last scenes of the final act, the conflict of rumor versus truth takes a deadly turn when Othello definitively determines death as a fitting recompense for her sins. However, Desdemona displays devotion to her husband through the moment of her death. Othello's resolution to murder his wife could be described as the true tragedy of the play, because his decision is based on speculation and false evidence. I found connections within the song during the refrain. Desdemona's devotion is unquestioned. She would die for the man she loves. Nevertheless, she lost her man "somewhere along in the bitterness."The bitterness is the chaos, confusion, and tumult resulting from Iago stirring Cassio and Roderigo into acts which make them seem dishonorable and licentious."He will do one of two things. He will admit to everything, or he'll say he's just not the same." This lyrical quote portrays the tragic flaw present in Othello to go into a blind rage when sensing treachery. Othello is urged by Desdemona to stop and realize his irrationality, but he pays no heed to the numerous warning he receives from her and others. One might think that Desdemona would be the life needing saving, but if taken in context with the lyrics of the song, Othello clearly becomes the individual in need of salvation. Desdemona accepts her unfortunate fate readily; however, Othello cannot accept and acknowledge the "things you've told him all along." Desdeomona would have stayed up with him all night, if she had known how to save his life.
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