Factor Of Villain

The Determining Factor of a Hero and Villain

What makes an individual a hero or a villain? According to Merriam-Webster, a hero is ‘a person who is admired for achievements and noble qualities’. Whereas, a villain is ‘one blamed for a particular evil or difficulty’. But do these definitions truly describe who a villain or a hero is irrespective of the individual’s actions, intentions, behaviour and appearance?

In films such as Megamind, the themes of heroism and villainy are quite nebulous. The initial hero of the film, Metro Man is attractive but lacks humbleness. Whereas, the initial villain Megamind, who enjoys the cat and mouse game of villain versus superhero, was never accepted in society due to his imperfect appearance. He realises

The Banality of Heroism enlightens us about how every individual has heroic capabilities and the concept of “heroic elect” is nothing more than a myth. Through Megamind, it can be seen that no matter what an individual’s reputation is in society, s/he always has an opportunity to display his/her heroic side. The same applies to reality. I also believe that the determining factor of one’s heroism or villainy is the intent behind one’s action. The film Megamind is the perfect example of how prevalent the act of deception is. Both of the lead characters, Megamind and Metro Man were perceived to be the opposite of who they truly were. That said, a hero or heroine is a person in both reality and fantasy who chooses to overcome challenges through courage and sacrifice while having the intention to benefit others. Whereas, a villain is a person who’s motivation behind their action is cruel or selfish. Films such as Megamind can truly make a difference by teaching the younger audience the difference between actuality and virtual reality. But, this act of deception is not only limited to fictional texts but also real life. All forms of media can be extremely deceiving. Presently, the popularity of social media is increasing at a rapid rate. Celebrities as well as social-media influencers have an immense amount of power to influence the consumers of media. And more often, it is how they strategize their market. Photos, videos and other products of media can easily be altered to display a false perception of reality. These alterations are negatively impacting the younger audience making them believe in what is presented rather than what is real. Hence to live in a better community, it is not only the duty of journalists, advertising agencies and directors but also us to showcase the truth and stay mindful about