PopCon #32: Where Have All the Villains Gone?

When the term "villain" comes to mind, one might envision an evil grin, a dark suit, a contemptible code of conduct… The traditional villain is easy to hate. He indulges his wicked desires. His behavior is totally unrelatable to regular people, and easily contrasted to a noble hero. But an unnerving trend has arisen in modern films. The lines between good and evil have been blurred, and the villain has become more relatable, and often even lovable. What are the implications for this trend? Join Thomas, Sterling, and Andrew as we dive in.