15 actors who have mastered playing both heroes and villains perfectly

9) Angelina Jolie

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Angelina Jolie played Lara Croft in Tomb Raider as an action hero who was fearless and quick-witted. She handled the physical demands of the role while keeping Lara confident and fun to watch. In Maleficent, she played a darker, more complicated character. Jolie makes Maleficent threatening but also shows her pain, making her feel like more than just a villain. Both roles proved she could play tough heroes and complex villains without making either feel over the top.

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