Ophelia's Opera (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2001, Ophelia's Opera is a drama film directed by Abiola Abrams, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. An artist uses a spell to free herself from an abusive relationship in this experimental revenge tale told through rap, song, Shakespearean verse, sign language, and Jamaican patois.
Who’s in it. Ophelia's Opera stars Taqiyya Haden as Ophelia, Malcolm Foster Smith, Titilayo and Connie Teng, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Ophelia's Opera has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ophelia's Opera page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ophelia's Opera tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ophelia's Opera (2001)?
- In US, Ophelia's Opera is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ophelia's Opera worth watching?
- Ophelia's Opera holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ophelia's Opera?
- Ophelia's Opera stars Taqiyya Haden, Malcolm Foster Smith, Titilayo, Connie Teng and Nicole Aiken.
- When was Ophelia's Opera released?
- Ophelia's Opera was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.