The mark or a true creative writer is making a villain people can’t completely hate. Like Darth Vader, Voldemort, or the Joker, some villains are such endearing characters, they can even make the list of favorites.
This video gives the top ten Disney animated villains that have characteristics that make us relate to them. I might put a few of them higher, but overall it’s a great list.
Villains from popular movies can be some of the best characters, and make the films what the are. The greatest give you something you relate to, even if it’s the smallest trait. I hope this gave you some inspiration on writing your next villain.