Each of us can name offhand a few anti-heroes who are loved by the people, despite their antics. Recently, scientists conducted a study to find out why many people sympathize with villains, and came to the conclusion that they recognize some of their traits in them. For example, Petyr Baelish’s cunning or Moriarty’s high intelligence. And watching this character in a movie gives the viewer the opportunity to try on the role of the villain and see what happens.
14 The Phantom of the Opera
Many viewers were left wondering how the main character of the film could even choose between the Vicomte Raoul de Chagny and the Phantom of the Opera. It is obvious that the comely Viscount is in many ways inferior to the genius villain, despite the fact that the latter hides a disfigured face under a mask.
13 Gladiator
The film’s ambitious and selfish antagonist will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. No one would want to cross such a person in real life. Joaquin Phoenix’s performance is worthy of a standing ovation, and the Emperor’s look and gestures really send a chill down your spine.
12 Game of thrones
For several years, one of the greatest TV series of our time has delighted us with unforgettable characters. Ned Stark is remembered as the most honest and noble hero of history. However, his enemy, Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish, was more admired by viewers. A great strategist, whose true intentions are difficult to predict, has become a favorite hero of “Game of thrones” for many people.
11 Die Hard
The main villain of the tape, played by Alan Rickman, has high intelligence, refined manners and impeccable calm. You can’t help admiring such anti-heroes. The representative of good in this film, the character of Bruce Willis, is definitely good too, but it doesn’t have the alluring sophistication of his enemy.
10 The Mummy
Brendan Fraser as the brave captain is not bad, but the revived Egyptian priest Imhotep overshadowed him: a well-preserved hero for a thousand years in a sarcophagus, who has the wisdom of the ancients. Bonuses to his charm are also added by the fact that all Imhotep’s misdeeds are dictated by love for a woman.
9 X-Men: First Class
Michael Fassbender played the role of one of the brightest villains of the Marvel universe in his youth, and his magneto is no less charismatic than the same character played by the brilliant Ian McKellen. A hero with a tragic past is much more logical in his goals than many positive characters.
8 Twilight
Despite the fact that Robert Pattinson captured the minds of millions of girls on the planet, many of them noted that the main villain of the first film of the franchise is no less hot. A special charm is given to him by his role as an uncompromising vampire. This role opened the way for actor Cam Gigandet to other major projects.
7 Sherlock
It is impossible not to admire a man who can compete with the intelligence of Sherlock Holmes himself. And even if his intentions are far from righteous, the image of an elegant Brit with an unsurpassed mind will win anyone. Actor Andrew Scott managed to play Moriarty in a way that left us in awe of the character.
6 The Patriot
In contrast to Mel Gibson’s brave hero, actor Jason Isaacs represents absolute evil in the face of a Dragoon Colonel. The audience does not take the side of such characters, but they can not help but be imbued with his powerful anti-hero charisma. By the way, Isaacs played another bright villain — Lucius Malfoy in potterian.
5 Charmed
Cole, who hid his demonic nature for a long time, was not a key character in the series, but was remembered by everyone. In terms of his qualities, the guy is the complete opposite of the angelic Leo, one of the main male characters, but he received no less love from TV viewers.
4 The Skin I Live In
In the film, Antonio Banderas appears in an unusual role — the evil genius of surgery, Dr. Ledgard, who illegally puts experiments on another person. And, must admit, the actor’s performance is impressive. The character’s unwavering calmness with his evil intentions leaves the viewer no choice but to fall under his charm.
3 Batman & Robin
An outstanding superhero and antagonists are very outstanding. In this film, Batman’s opponent is Mr. Freeze, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, and despite his desire to freeze the whole world, the viewer is imbued with the story of this villain. After all, all his actions are dictated by the desire to bring his beloved back to life.
2 Django Unchained
Director Quentin Tarantino does not have a bright division of characters into good and bad, positive characters are not sinless, and negative ones are capable of actions that are not peculiar to them. But there are also such notorious scoundrels that it takes your breath away. For example, Calvin Candie played by Leonardo DiCaprio will be remembered by all who watched the movie.
1 Bram Stoker’s Dracula
One of the greatest actors of our time, Gary Oldman, and in the image of a centuries-old vampire was so good that he did not leave a chance for the then-young Keanu Reeves. It is not surprising that the main character was also unable to resist the charm of a sophisticated bloodsuckers.
