King Kong ain’t got anything on Alonzo Harris.
Every story needs a great villain to showcase the greatness of the hero. A good villain challenges the hero’s morality and goals, putting the hero’s motives and the villain’s motives in juxtaposition.
It can be easy to spot the villain, or antagonist, of the story, but many stories are discovering new ways to create a righteous villain who audiences can empathize with and understand. Sometimes, we find ourselves nodding our heads, telling ourselves, “They kind of have a point.” These villains eventually become memorable, living well past their respective moments in the spotlight.
Writing a memorable villain can be a challenge, and that is when we dissect what makes one of our favorite villains of all time iconic and appealing despite their antagonistic role—Alonzo Harris (Denzel Washington) in Training Day.
Nerdstalgic breaks down the unique moral code and imposing physical presence that makes Alonzo Harris a perfect villain to learn from when writing your memorable villain. You can watch the entire video below.
Author: Alyssa Miller
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
