How do villains in film, television, and literature function as mirrors or foils to the hero? How
do rhetorical strategies (character dialogue, symbolism, visual contrast) emphasize these
relationships? Examine iconic hero-villain duos such as Sherlock Holmes vs. Moriarty, Harry
Potter vs. Voldemort, or The Doctor vs. The Master (Doctor Who). Identify rhetorical techniques
such as juxtaposition, irony, and color symbolism in costume and cinematography. Explore how
villains test or reshape the moral compass of heroes through their interactions.

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