Yes, the same Tezuka who made AstroBoy also made this psychological thriller about a serial killer who was affected by a poison gas known as MW when he was young, rendering him intelligent but completely incapable of emotion or empathy. Belle Sorenson Gunness-Victim: 42. I think this list is near perfect. 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This one weirdly has both a negative version, all psychopaths are dumb as a box of rocks, and a positive spin, that all psychopaths are masterminds As for a couple of my own missed picks, I definitly have to go with one I saw mentioned by others and that would be Jeffrey Goines from 12 Monkeys. Alex Forrest has a brief affair with a married man and soon becomes obsessed with him. I mean, do you sit around reading Guns & Ammo, masturbating in a pile of your own feces and say Wow. Rate. Even while doing all this, his top priority is that his wife bears him a healthy son, regardless of whether or not she dies in the process. I think Bundy did. James Watson was the man who won a Nobel Prize for his work in discovering DNA. Harry Powell (Night of the Hunter) Again hes war made just like our friend Private Pyle. dont think they have a name, I think we are all forgetting the first psychopath ever: Ed Gein, (made into two or three movies, should count). Scientists Have Established a Key Biological Difference Between Quora - A place to share knowledge and better understand the True, but I wanted everyone on this list to be like a real person, not something supernatural. Simply put, Lecter isone dangerous S.O.B. Hes about as believable as the tooth fairy. I would have put Sweeney Todd up here. WebThe Mad Genius is a recurring stereotype of contemporary cultural expression, and many famous personalities and creators have suffered from psychopathology. I love Hannibal Hes one guy whom youd love to have tea with, just so long as you dont accidentally insult him. They usually have the choice between being an accessory to the eccentric antagonist or being the eccentric antagonist themselves. Also liked the comment about Ichi the Killer that movie was messed up.. And after reading again. Except that there are many sociopathic characters who are shown feeling emotional enjoyment for at least outsmarting their opponents. Finally, what about Frank from Blue Velvet? Possibly the exact quality that makes him less memorable as a character- hes essentially just a chain of actions- What we would define as human is almost entirely lacking in the Hitcher character (one step above Terminator level- someone should make a chart). Good list but here are a few portrails of psychiopaths that are definitely worth a mention also: Again, I grouped Freddy in with Jason, Mike Meyers, etc., and Im confident that most people would have done the same. Youre not missing anything I just felt like putting in an Alex quote that would (somewhat) resonate with Clockwork Orange fans. What about Kakihara from Ichi The Killer? Each psycho on this list, in one way or another, is so far removed from what society deems normal. My point was that Ledgers take added some depth. Psychopathy is a condition characterized by the absence of empathy and the blunting of other affective states. 10 Monumental Malignantly Narcissistic Sociopaths - Listverse Billy Loomis from the first Scream movie was pretty great too, shame he is so easily over-looked. Give the man props! Thats a matter or perspective either way, but the article specifically states that these arent ranked in any way. I have to say the best part of this entire list though, is all of the comments. Best psychopath/movie villain ever. Powell was played by Robert Mitchum and he was never creepier than in this movie, save for his performance as Max Cady in Cape Fear (the original one, not the remake.) Dude was just bad ass. Eric M. Smith (January 22, 1980) is an American criminal charged with the murder of 4-year-old Derrick Robie on August 2, 1993 in Steuben County, New York. If you or I tried to perform at Rockefeller Plaza, we'd promptly be arrested.Taylor Swift doesn't care. Psychopaths A few months back I happened to scroll through the channels and found it on and gave it a chance. A character that kills just for the sheer pleasure, tortures people because its fun. What about Frank played by Dennis Hopper in Blue Velvet? Barnes from Platoon (Tom Beringer). Anton Chigurh is a character who is surprisingly close to being a supernatural character, and people argue about whether he is or isnt (although I think that was the point of the car crash at the end). Deidre Hunt. They're also more likely to fly off the handle and react violently when confronted Antons not supernatural; the car crach at the end of the film simply served to disrail his code and perhaps show him that his credo of fate was severely flawed. definitely should be #1!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Collector was a creepy as hell character! I love the list! It is unbelievable how f*cking crazy I am? And she did it all at 14 years old. We Get Wrong About Psychopaths id argue that 6. In fact, many horror flicks filch grisly details from famous serial cases; Theodore Bundy was one such inspiration. He doesnt care about how he looks, ritualistically smears makeup across his scarred face, and relishes any scheme thatundoes order. ha ha ha. Psychopath Ask yourself wich one of then you fear the most at midnight in a dark street the Joker or Hannibal? Particularly Daddy who also was into cannibalism in a big way. Antichrist Patrick Bateman - American Psycho American Psycho is a novel by Bret Easton Ellis, telling the story of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy Manhattan businessman and serial killer. Leo is the second most common star sign in successful people, accounting for 10.18% of people in our study. I think you should include Mae from the movie Mae. Psychopaths are much, much more reckless, impulsive and dangerous. Historical Geniuses and Their Psychiatric Conditions WebFactor one is aggressive narcissist traits and factor two is antisocial lifestyle features. After reading the artical and the comments section, heres my take: First, to all of you complaining about the Joker at #1, read the intro Here are, in no particular order, the 13 most memorable movie psychopaths PLEASE LEARN TO READ BEFORE POSTING. I mean, if you want to argue, at least get some background information before making yourself look like an idiot. Theres many memorable and seedy characters throughout the movie which doubles as a contemporary fairy tale for adults but none are more fear-inducing than the pedophilic couple of Dez and Edele Hansel. Mr. White, Lecter, Joker, John Doe, and Annie Wilkes were all great picks too. Eager, driven, she pushed up to her knees and swung her leg over his hips. Good sign of *the WIN*. Morenos singing, dancing, and acting skills shined in classics like Singin in the Rain (1952) and West Side Story (1961), making her You left out non-american movies? The article says, in the introduction, that the psychos are presented in no particular order. One thing to watch for is the difference between sociopathic and violently schitzphrenic. John Wayne Gacy is known nowadays as one of the most notorious serial killers in modern history! 1. Its hard not to feel sorry for them. No Mickey and Mallory Knox? To anyone saying Anton isnt a psychopath, not sure I agree. he was so far beyond amazing. But there are plenty of intelligent, clever, and even genius psychopaths. I was thinking though, have you seen either The Collector, or Repo The Genetic Opera? The dressing up in Moms clothes part, though? Hes just really, really determined to make some peoples lives hell, and is very sado-masochistic. So I had seen some comments that mentioned psychopath and sociopath. Winged freak terrorizes? I did like Joker in the Dark Knight, and Ledgers performance was really good IMO. Joseph Stalin Public domain via Wikimedia Commons. thats one messed up dude. Dude, stop calling it Heath Ledgers or Christopher Nolans Joker, when it is clearly FRANK MILLERS Joker AND Batman! It was Miller who took the clown out of the Joker, not Nolan or Ledger. Psychopath The Overlook Hotel itself is playing games with him through shining and where you can argue that Jack goes insane, I dont think hes a psychopath/sociopath like the others in my article. Javier Bardem won an Academy Award for his portrayal of the terrifyingAnton, conveying fear and tension every time his character was on screen. Since no one else mentioned him, I thought there was some reason everybody but me knew that he is not a psycho, but from the tiny bit I have seen of that movie, he is pretty darn messed up. Doe believes he is on a mission from God, making him the worst kind of crazy. Running Scared was one of the worst movies in the history of cinema. Aries - Share of successful people: 8.95% In third place with 8.95% of successful WebHes truly a genius chef. Lecter should be #1, far far FAR above the rest. Im very surprised that no one has mentioned Hans Beckert (Peter Lorres character from M) or maybe Im not, old movies and foreign movies are often overlooked and old foreign movies forget about it. the movie hadnt been released when this list was made but Colonel Hans Landa a.k.a. Bunch of good add ones in the comments too, only one I didnt see that should get mention is Kazuo Kiriyama played by Masanobu Ando in Battle Royal. And I understand your hesitation in going for the supernatural. Prone To Lying: Compulsive lying is a common trait of people with ASPD. Give me a break, you know that shit doesnt deserve to be on topwhat a joke. I dont know if these are worthy of the list because i could not remember their names without Googling them, but I do remember the characters they played: Pure psychopathic gold, that one. I think your list is great. Yes, Billy Zanes character is so memorable that you cant even remember his name when notifying me that he was left out of this article. Madison, Im asking you seriously, have you read many Batman comic books? The ideas he comes up with (and his in depth knowledge in cooking) is a clear sign of intelligence. Kinda memorable I think. Famous Psychopaths They do nothing. Viddy well. Meet the Real Narcissists (They're Not What You Think) Ain't no limit, I'm Miramax Films Paramount Vantage. Hughie Warriner is the name. Psychopathy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGosYIlXdmU. The Jack Nicholson Joker from the first Batman is pretty creepy. Who is the greatest genius of all time There was a TV miniseries for It actually. Frank Booth as said by others would have rounded out the list nicely. WHOA. Possibly two sides of the same conscienceless coin, an inability to feel empathy or conscience. Imagine if he was around today. And what happens to animals when they get too fat and too old? Look, I really cant say that the Joker is the greatest psychopath in film, because that is like trying to debate over who should be the best horror villain of all time.youll always have people knocking the number one in favor for their number one..but people, the joker was the most psychotic and violent film role Ive seen in a few years. The scene where he murders Abrogast on the stairs is scary but no scene is more memorable to me then when Bates has that glitter in his eye when he tries to kill Lila. My memory is rusty on the second half of that movie. Actions speak louder than words, though, and he really stuck in my mind. Swizz told me let the beat rock (Oh) Oh. Psychopathy is one of the personality disorders that most attracts people's attention. What causes someone to become a serial killer? - CBS News I second Stansfield from Leon (The Professional). Psychopaths Hannibal Lecter The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal. Given that you wouldnt be able to enjoy the second (no emotional ability), or maintain the first (no objective ability)? That guy wigged me out hard. Also Henry from Henry Portrait of a Serial Killer has to be #1. If you have seen these movies theres no denying that they are completely insane. Absolutly amazing look at the mind and life of a killer. The PCL-R assesses two broad factors of psychopathy: Factor 1, called primary psychopathy, is associated with shallow affect, low empathy, and interpersonal coldness. Top 10 Realistic Psychopaths In Movies - Listverse Bronson 6. I keep comin' back. I have all the time in the world for you. Mark CHOPPER Reid played by Eric Bana, sick fuckin guy. They are actively destructive and have no conscience or empathy whatsoever. 25 titles. Ive said it before I adore the hobbling scene in this movie. He is not, however, a psychopath. Aileen Wuornos is more debatable, but she demonstrates empathy and remorse in the film. That in and of itself could have been a list. NEWS CONTENTS. He was known to have a quick temper which would flare up. Alfred Hitchcocks Strangers on a Train, a seminal scene (popping a childs balloon fits popular image of psychopath although its not accurate. I think Detective Mills phrased the question best when he asked Doe and Im paraphrasing When someones crazy, as you clearly are, do they know theyre crazy? LOL people keep saying that the Joker shouldnt be number one. What causes someone to become a serial killer? Criminology Youre probably right, but yeah, I think we can fit him in anyway. Scientists identify five key characteristics in famous PSYCHOPATHS EXCELLENT list! There are serial killers that are psychopaths. I still freak out every time one of my friends goes kiri-kiri-kiri-kiri-ki. John Does plan to turn each of the seven deadly sins against the sinner is brilliant, coming to fruition only because of the wrath of Detective David Mills. i dont know if anyone has seen this, but i think the pair from funny games deserve at least an honorable mention the cool, calm demeanour throughout the entire film add the the eerie effect, as well as the general weird-ness of the thing. Known as the Napoleon of Crime, Adam was the most notorious safe cracker and bank robber in the northeast during the mid 1800s. character. 1. 20 years from now, hell still be a relevant movie character, like Lecter or Alex DeLarge. If there was ever a top three psycho list, Norman Bates would be on that list. He really was afraid. Then you got the other kind ELI5: Are psychopaths more intelligent than average I would agree with you that Travis Bickle was not a psychopath. A lot prefer the first half and just stop watching after Private Pyle blows his brains out. Of the 10 names of women in the world tersadis, Sorens Belle Gunness, was at first warning. Im sure you are aware. How are you going to be smug about something that is not even kind of correct? i guess people tend to not like it for the slow, calculated pacing and the way it tends to condescend to the viewer about how he/she should feel stupid for wanting to be entertained by a movie where people are tortured. 8.3. God could you be a bigger irritating fanboy?!? she said. I love Hannibal Lecter, Patrick Bateman and John Doe. They are quite literally beyond evil. Since Mike Meyers just seems to be a supernatural force for evil (therefore not psychopathic by choice) and Jason is just a Zombie who doesnt know any better. Nowadays in the world of unsocial social media, one can find more and more articles about a severe disorder called to be psychopathy. Its sleazy sounding enough. I think you were not consistent, at least, in you comments. Psychopathy is a condition characterized by the absence of empathy and the blunting of other affective states. it was really a very well made film. Anton sure doesnt seem to get much emotional satisfaction from any of the violence he commits- or anything else. The only scene which could be possibly scarier would be the end during the monolouge when Bates looks into the camera and smiles, Angst Psychopath 1. 6. He also cross dresses and is completely merciless, as well as manipulative. I wouldnt consider Kakihara from Korosiya Iti to be really psychopathic Kakihara actually gives a crap about some people (like his late boss, hence the plot of the film). Even though its not that old of a movie, he was still extremely psychotic. Dr. Strangelove (You know it! Bateman was pretty friggin memorable. Very nice list, but what always got me about most of these psychos is that most of them are or have been victims themselves. That was one of the most underrated movies. So essentially, I think Freddy could have been on the list anyway. You know, I lik that you put The Joker on the list. Maybe she should run and change. Catherine Keener as Gertrude Baniczewski in An American Crime Psychopath Jacks was good, but his Joker just wasnt scary and felt too much like a clown. People diagnosed with this are usually very bold, unsocial, mean and possess egotistical traits. Thirteen of the Most Memorable Movie Psychopaths 15 Most Convincing Hollywood Psychopaths Professions With the Most Psychopaths These people could be your next door neighbors! Thanks, though, to trending internet stories of, Read More Six Fictional Cats Youd Actually Want to OwnContinue, With 2012 behind us, its time to turn our gaze to the huge question mark ahead that is the films of 2013. Or take the police inspector in the original Leon. Top Celebs Diagnosed As Psychopaths shame on me. I agree hes memorable, but I tried to avoid the supernatural/monster movie/horror types. He was more like. of Deception: Psychopaths vs Sociopaths the Jew Hunter of Inglourious Basterds definitely deserves a spot on this list if a similar character like Anton Chigurh foots the bill for a psychopath. 18. You dont often see that kind of self-mutilation >.<. this is a list for movie psychos. Eyes closed, she concentrated on breathing. Maybe the film had a different take on him from the manga. id like to have known what mr. blonde was thinking. Tyler Durden (Fight Club- objective planner, even the mass bombing is meant to lead to a further objective) A lack of concern for the dignity of others. Chucky is kind of iffy, but how often do people dress as Chucky for halloween? They often disregard the truth to make themselves look better or get what they want. For those who may be interested the word psychopath is just a slang word for the clinical term sociopath. Ryder has absolutely no reason for the horrible things he does he just does them and Rutger Hauers portrayal makes him scary as hell. Both agree that psychopaths know the difference between right and wrong. Shes not psychopat, shes borderline, but not psychopat Dont get confuse. he hits a dude square in the head with a baseball bat which breaks the mans neck and continues to beat him to a bloody pulp you have to be some sort of psycho to pull that off. After being raped by a client, Aileen kills him, catalyzing later and more brutal murders. This town needs an enema! He was eventually caught in Belgium. Hadnt watched that for so long I almost forgot. They know right from wrong, The joker is a fucking joke. Some are scary, some are funny, and some are both.