Bad Quote by David Thewlis
“I've realized over the years I either play very good people or very bad people, and I think I always enjoy the very bad people more.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The End of the Affair, 1999
I tend to be drawn to characters who are either wholly virtuous or completely villainous, and I find the latter more entertaining.
In simple terms: I enjoy bad characters more.
Key Takeaway
Embrace complexity in people.
Themes
character analysis
morality
entertainment
Mood
intrigued
reflective
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- reading fiction
- watching movies
- roleplaying games
- discussing literature
- writing character studies
Key Concepts
psychology
narrative archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- What attracts you to antagonists?
- How does this preference affect your view of real people?
A Different Perspective
Bad characters can be one‑dimensional and glorify harmful behavior.
