These unforgettable characters challenge conventional storytelling and redefine the concept of a Hollywood protagonist.
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Connie Nikas in 'Good Time'
'In Good Time,' Robert Pattinson's Connie Nikas is a desperate, ruthless bank robber, captivating audiences with his morally compromised actions.
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Amy Dunne in 'Gone Girl'
'Gone Girl's Amy Dunne, played by Rosamund Pike, manipulates her disappearance, revealing a dark and calculating side.
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Lou Bloom in 'Nightcrawler'
Jake Gyllenhaal's chilling portrayal of Louis 'Lou' Bloom in 'Nightcrawler' showcases a morally ambiguous crime journalist with a lack of empathy.
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Mark Zuckerberg in 'The Social Network'
'The Social Network' features Jesse Eisenberg as the brilliant yet socially insensitive Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Facebook.
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Patrick Bateman in 'American Psycho'
Christian Bale's iconic role as Patrick Bateman in 'American Psycho' epitomizes the unlikable protagonist—a wealthy, narcissistic, and psychopathic investment banker.