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‘Name A Villain Who Was 100% Right.’ A Movie Fan Asked, And I Was Amused And Surprised By One Answer

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In stories, it’s unusual for the viewers to find themselves drawn to the words of the main antagonist. Instead, they root for their demise and no one sympathizes with the wicked. However, villains often have followers who blindly trust them, suggesting that there must be a compelling aspect about them worth emulating. Interestingly, many villains are not only justified in their actions according to their worldview, but some even gain audience sympathy. This shift in perspective can be more striking when scrutinized closely.

On a discussion platform similar to Twitter, enthusiasts of films and television series debated about which antagonists were utterly justified in their actions. Some opinions resonated instantly, while others required more persuasion. Our list also included a few of these villains. Instant agreement examples? Magneto from the X-Men franchise was one such character.

  • Magneto — man survived the Holocaust, saw humanity repeat the same hate with mutants, and said “Never again.” Kinda had a point. – @Qirelyth
  • Magneto. His methods were extreme, but he was right about humanity’s fear and oppression of mutants—history backed him up. – @Simplyzana
  • Magneto was a 1000% correct, he tried to find common ground with non-mutants and they still tried to eradicate him and every other mutant in the world. -@English_shamar

In the animated series X-Men ’97, there are instances where several characters affirm his correctness, but let’s move on. Some of the antagonists required compelling reasons and solid evidence to be persuaded. Notable examples include the Joker from The Dark Knight, Thanos, Killmonger, and Ultron from the MCU.

I find it disappointing that none of the characters from “Kingsman: The Secret Service” was selected, particularly Valentine, played brilliantly by Samuel L Jackson. His performance was outstanding, and he presented some compelling arguments. However, let’s save that discussion for another time. Among the villains on the list, one stood out to me in a way I didn’t anticipate, not just because they were right, but due to the high number of people who brought him up.

In an unexpected turn of events, it wasn’t Ken from “Bee Movie” I had imagined would show up here, but his mention was certainly well-deserved. Although “Bee Movie” is known for its humor, fans in this discussion were quick to highlight that among all, he was indeed the most rational character.

  • Imagine watching the life you built with the woman you love all start to slip through your fingers, not unlike grains of sand, to a bee -@Suayrez
  • This diva was gaslit into thinking they were crazy 😭 -@Vaebi3
  • That’s not a villain but a victim. Damn bee stole his gf and got him out of his own home – @Sseebbaass222

Reflecting on it now, Bee Movie still manages to elicit laughter despite being an oldie. The animation might not be groundbreaking by today’s standards, but it certainly holds its own. Contrary to popular belief, the character of Ken is not unfairly maligned. In this story, a bee took legal action against humanity, leading to a decline in pollination, resolving the issue he created, and ultimately receiving multiple rewards – even going so far as to “steal” Ken’s life. However, I believe that bees, in their tiny yet industrious nature, were merely exercising their rights in this fictional scenario.

It’s worth noting that instead of spending time with him, Vanessa chose to engage with a bee. Additionally, he pointed out that he was allergic, and a sting could potentially be fatal for him. Yet, she persisted in valuing the life of an insect over his own.

Disregarding the plot of “Bee Movie,” it’s intriguing to delve into the debate about whether antagonists are justified or not. It becomes even more captivating when you encounter lesser-known perspectives or unique viewpoints that hadn’t crossed your mind previously. Many villains have compelling, tragic pasts and beliefs, but a user recently offered an intriguing take on this topic that resonates with me.

It’s fascinating to discuss if the bad guys are right or wrong, especially when we discover unusual points of view or perspectives that hadn’t occurred to us before. Many villains have sad stories and beliefs, but a user presented an interesting angle on this topic that I find convincing.

In every story, it’s often the case that antagonists believe they are acting justly according to their own perspectives. It comes down to a clash of ideologies, where what is perceived as right or wrong determines whether a character is considered heroic or villainous.

Viewpoint shapes everything. A villain who manages to provoke sympathy or even agreement on their beliefs (though disagreeing with their methods) is undeniably an engaging character, though perhaps not a reflection of reality itself.

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2025-04-27 16:13

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