5 Most Remarkable Villains in Hollywood

Gone are the days when a villain was only thrown in the movie just so that the good guy could have a little more glory to his kitty. Today, there are some villains who just have to make their presence felt on the screen and in viewers’ hearts long after the movie is over. It can be a witty one-liner or a powerful speech or simply their conduct that draws us to them, but villains in today’s storyline have formed an important part of cinema today. So, here are the five most amazing villainous characters in the recent past that have managed to carve a niche for themselves:

1. Loki

Okay, fangirling aside, but Tom Hiddleston rocks every role he’s ever stepped into. But, in this particular role, he just blows your mind away. Loki, the God of mischief, has an extremely complex character of various depths including jealousy for his elder brother, his hunger for power and his ardor to achieve whatever he craves. Hiddleston’s eloquent speech and the impeccable demeanor only enhance his dexterity at the portrayal of this demigod.

2.Voldemort

The magnificence of this character is just too damn high. Being a part of the biggest movie franchise Harry Potter, Voldy ranks the top on the best villains’ radar. His performance has the refinement and poise that his character demands. And make no mistake; you can despise Dolores Umbridge, you can hate Vernon Dursley, but not him. Never him.

3. The Joker

Who wouldn’t love the psychopathic killer who has a smile etched on his face! The Joker for once took the spotlight off of Batman in the Dark Knight. An unbeatable psychopathic genius who commits murder and gets away with it seamlessly. Heath Ledger won not only the Oscar but the viewers’ hearts for the same.

4. Hannibal Lector

So, he’s not technically a villain, but the enchanting protagonist. And while he can’t be adorable, he sure as hell is majestic. Hannibal the Cannibal made cannibalism sexy. His psychoanalysis adds to his charm and almost makes him omniscient. With a mind working at a lightning speed, Dr. Hannibal Lector devours his prey with a feline-like quality that almost makes you forget the devilishness of his deeds.

5.Moriarty

You can fall in love with Jared Harris’ portrayal of Moriarty in the Sherlock Holmes movies or you can fall in love with Andrew Scott’s depiction of Moriarty in Sherlock BBC TV series or you can fall in love with Conan Doyle’s idea of Moriarty. Fancy him in any avatar, Professor James Moriarty is one decent villain that Sherlock had opposite to him: someone that did justice to Sherlock’s genius.