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Visually, the film is a feast. It utilizes a heavy contrast between the bright, clean lines of Metro Man’s world and the dark, purples, and blacks of Megamind’s lair. The character designs are expressive and distinct, contributing to the film's enduring meme culture.

In a shocking twist early in the film, Megamind actually defeats Metro Man. The hero appears to die, leaving Megamind free to take over Metro City. However, after celebrating his victory, Megamind quickly spirals into an existential depression. Without a hero to fight, a villain has no purpose. mega mind