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Not every protagonist deserves all the praise, especially when examining how they treat others in Hollywood movies.
Most characters in movies are divided into good and bad. However, not every protagonist is flawless, and some are filled with surprising flaws that shock viewers. For example, Harry Potter's hot-headed personality is partly to blame for his difficulties, while the dark side of the sexiest character in Twilight becomes increasingly evident in the final installment. In this article, let's reflect on some small details to see the true nature of these famous Hollywood characters!
1. Harry Potter in the film series of the same name
Harry Potter is often praised as a noble hero, courageous in battle, but few realize he is also quick-tempered and often influences the friends around him. Throughout the journey to find the Philosopher's Stone, Harry Potter not only quarrels constantly but also argues with Ron. This conflict leads to Ron leaving, while Harry 'takes advantage' to dance with Hermione, creating the most controversial segment in the film.
Even the contests between Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy are full of absurdity. In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince , Harry doesn't allow his opponent to use dangerous magic but uses high-level attack spells himself, almost fatally harming Draco.
Harry Potter often exhibits arrogance. For example, in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, he celebrates his victory in the Triwizard Tournament while forgetting about his friends, risking their lives. In a moment of self-absorption, he disregards Ron's heavy-heartedness, oblivious to Ron's deep-seated insecurities as he lives in the shadow of Harry's fame.
2. Jacob Black in Twilight
Despite some Twilight fans shipping Jacob the Werewolf and the female lead Bella, the reality is that their relationship isn't as healthy as many perceive.
Jacob's love for Bella resembles obsession rather than genuine affection. He obsesses over Bella, monitoring her constantly and coercing her into hasty declarations of love. In subsequent Twilight films, Jacob demonstrates his toxicity by consistently undermining the protagonist, Edward, openly disparaging his romantic rival in Bella's presence.
Later on, Jacob's friendship with Bella is based on selfish motives. He doesn't genuinely wish her happiness in her romantic endeavors. Compared to Edward, who always respects Bella's freedom of choice, Jacob is nothing short of controlling, always seeking to manipulate Bella.
3. Peeta in The Hunger Games
Peeta, a character in The Hunger Games, leaves a profound impression. He is portrayed as a sensitive, romantic, and vulnerable young man. However, his excessive gentleness turns him into a blindly devoted individual. In his efforts to express love for Katniss, he recklessly plunges into battles, putting both their lives in jeopardy. Moreover, Peeta attempts to manipulate Katniss's emotions, fabricating a story to the authorities about their marriage and child, forcing Katniss to abandon her former lover.
4. Mary Jane Watson in The Spider-Man
Mary Jane, portrayed by Kirsten Dunst, is Spider-Man's first girlfriend on the big screen. Despite her beauty and talent, Mary Jane's actions in love are quite toxic. Alongside Peter Parker, she entangles herself with multiple other men, playing with emotions and not stopping until marriage.
In The Spider-Man, Mary Jane is notorious for her 'grass is greener' attitude, dating Harry Osborn while kissing Spider-Man. Consequently, she is criticized for loving only the superhero persona, not being genuinely interested in Peter Parker. Unfortunately, among all of Peter's romantic interests on screen, Mary Jane is the one he loves most sincerely and deeply.
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