Othello: Act V

       As Shakespeare's play, Othello, comes to a close the events become very chaotic.  After the deaths of Roderigo, and Desdemona, Iago becomes desperate for his plan to work.  His desire for the downfall of Othello was too great for him also to save himself.  This is his flaw.  His hatred of Othello is in turn bringing down himself.  Out of desperation he murders his wife.  But, before he murders Emilia he becomes frantic when she starts telling Othello the truth.  He says, "You piece of filth, you're lying," (V. ii. 244).  In this line Iago is speaking to Emilia as she tells Othello the truth of everything.  In Iago's fury he loses his temper and kills Emilia.  Iago's character has changed significantly now.  He is now letting his emotional, passionate side be shown to everyone.