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A movie is only as good as its villain, and a good villain is much more than a monster with maniacal laughter or a sinister-looking entity surrounded by henchmen.

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Playing the Villain: Villains that do not embody relatable themes fail to be compelling

By Tiger Zhong

Jan. 25, 2018 8:55 a.m.