It’s impossible to overstate the importance of a memorable movie villain.
The perfect dramatic foil to the hero they often seek to undermine, truly remarkable movie antagonists can either make or break a movie. Forcing the main hero to overcome each obstacle in their path, cinematic antagonists significantly aid in the development of their heroes’ maturatio, helping them grow from unassuming and/or inexperienced characters into far more resourceful and formidable protagonists.
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