: Another paper in the ACM Digital Library discusses the technical simulation of a "guinea pig monster" in the movie, focusing on fluid dynamics and large-scale animation. Cyber-Security & Economics The Case for Eliminating High Denomination Notes
: This paper, available on ResearchGate , explores why audiences often support "bad" characters. It discusses concepts like the fundamental attribution error , where viewers excuse a villain's behavior based on their circumstances rather than inherent evil. Bad Guys
: This research available on ResearchGate analyzes the psychological portrayal and romanticization of problematic characters in popular fiction, specifically looking at Ryle from It Ends with Us . Animation & Technical Papers : Another paper in the ACM Digital Library
: An article from Ohio State University explains that moral judgments are often intuitive. Providing a sympathetic backstory can trigger the "underdog effect," making audiences feel for characters who are at a disadvantage. : This research available on ResearchGate analyzes the
: A study published in Frontiers in Psychology investigates why "bad boys" in media are often seen as attractive. It links this phenomenon to personality traits like sensation-seeking and unattached, playful love styles.
: A talk featured in the ACM Digital Library details the technical challenges of creating the stylized, hand-drawn look for the film The Bad Guys . It covers specialized techniques like "speed lines" and "multi-limbs" used to maintain motion without standard blur.
Several academic papers and articles explore "bad guys" from various psychological, technical, and social perspectives, ranging from why audiences root for fictional villains to the technical artistry behind the movie The Bad Guys . Psychological & Social Analysis