The topic of negative characters has not been sufficiently studied, so we decided to fill this gap by examining the negative characters of films and books. They appear not only in fairy tales, but also in classical literature and cinema. Not a single work or film can do without negative characters.
What should be a negative hero
It is quite difficult to clearly describe the appearance and character traits of a negative character. But more often than not, the negative hero is evil and unbalanced, and he is often endowed with bad habits. For example, the negative hero Wolf from the animated film “Wait a minute” rarely appears without a cigarette, and in action movies villains always use drugs. The appearance of the villains also leaves much to be desired, especially in comparison with the stately, fit good heroes.
Note that sometimes in adult films it can be difficult to determine which of the characters is negative. At first glance, it seems that both evil and good characters behave in the same way, and only additional attributes or signs help to understand who is who.
But when we talk about children's literature or cartoons, we always see a clear separation, because they must not only understand where the villain is and where the good character is, but also to see an example in good characters and strive to become the same. That is why they are always endowed with kindness, they are obedient and diligently studying.
The interaction of positive and negative characters
In most cases, a confrontation occurs between the characters, which can be expressed openly or simply remain at the level of words and tension. A frequent motive is to create obstacles in the way of the hero to his goal, which is usually expressed in the form of saving the world or his comrade.
Also, the negative character almost always loses at the end. There are, of course, a couple of works where the opposite is true, but they are very little known, which means they do not deserve attention.
Negative movie characters
Usually negative characters in films are easy to identify. Mostly they crave world domination or simply want to destroy as many people as possible. Not necessarily it can be people, aliens, zombies and other mythical creatures can act as bad creatures. Positive characters usually kill or arrest the bad, and it all ends in a happy ending.
However, it is not always so simple, and if the film is close to life in content, then it becomes almost impossible to clearly divide the boundaries, because each person carries in himself traits, both good and bad. And then it becomes clear that positive and negative heroes exist only in our imagination.
Negative heroes on the example of "Undergrowth"
In each book, there are always positive and negative characters. "Undergrowth" of the writer D.I. Fonvizin was no exception. On the example of classics, one can well trace the actions of the characters and their characteristics.
The whole family is represented in the comedy. So, the landowner Prostakova and her brother Skotinin are the main negative characters. Young, he is the son of Prostakova Mitrofan, completely adopted all the negative traits of his mother.
If we talk about the qualities that negative heroes are endowed with, one can list stupidity and unwillingness to learn, laziness, indifference to everything except money and the absence of any feelings, even kindred or sons. The only exception is Prostakova, because although she is peculiar, she loves her son with all her heart.
In comedy, positive and negative characters interact in different ways. The undersized Mitrofan, for example, longs to marry the virtuous Sophia. This does not bother his uncle, who himself plans to marry her and enjoy the girl’s wealth. One gets the feeling that Skotinin is ready to do anything to realize his cherished dream - to breed pigs.
We can say that the heroes personify all the worst that is in the serfs. They are clearly opposed to positive characters who value education, not money, in the first place. What is only Prostakova’s indignation at the fact that Sophia can read. In the eyes of a woman, a girl is absolutely useless.
If we talk about what are the negative characters, then Undergrowth-Mitrofanushka in this regard is indicative.
Mitrofan
To begin with, Mitrofanushka is far from being so small - he is already 16, and he is going to get married. The character is impossibly stupid, the teacher even compares him with a stump, saying that this person cannot be trained. Nevertheless, he does not give up trying, although training is more likely to take place more for visibility.
Mitrofan was not at all used to doing anything, because his mother or servants were always nearby, so he is very lazy. Moreover, he, like his mother, is ready to go on cruelty for the sake of profit.
At the end of the work of the protagonist sent to serve in the army. One can only hope that even there he can learn something.
Negative fairy tale characters
The perception of negative characters in fairy tales can be considered indicative, because children must clearly understand whether we have a good character. That is why in fairy tales and fables the qualities are especially exaggerated. For example, Baba Yaga, the main villain of folk traditions, often longs to eat the main character, a child.
If we talk about appearance, then it also immediately shows which character we are facing. Negative fairy tale heroes live in the forest, they are old and look scary, for example, Koschey or Goblin. These creatures are ready to intrigue people, even for no reason, just to play a trick.
The positive and negative characters of the fables also have a bright affiliation, and it is the latter that are especially often ridiculed by authors. And this is not surprising, because the most common plot is when the villain tries to do a dirty trick, but he himself gets into it. This is the best way to teach children that you should not intentionally try to harm someone.
The Dragonfly from Krylov’s fable also shows unwillingness to do anything. So, she does not even think about the future, frivolously resting all summer. The ant is opposed to her, he is hardworking and thrifty.
Baba Yaga
Without a doubt, Baba Yaga is the most evil and frequent character in children's fairy tales. She lives alone in the forest, but sometimes a black cat or birds live with her.
Usually the villain tries to drag the child to her to make him work, or simply tries to eat him. However, she is not averse to tasting adults, too, because in the tales of Baba Yaga often tries to eat heroes.
This negative character seems old, twisted, wrinkled and with a bone leg, which reflects the spiritual qualities.
However, do not forget that not in all the tales of Baba Yaga - this is an absolute evil. Sometimes she acts as an assistant, giving the heroes the necessary items or advice, however, for this they must defeat Yaga.