Betrayals hurt, but look at us cinephiles and bookworms who constantly agree to subject ourselves to the same feeling multiple times (as if being betrayed by people from our real lives isn’t enough). Betrayals are such strong dramatic beats in movies because they mirror real life, connecting the characters with the audience through a shared feeling of grief, hurt, and regret. Considering you’re still reading this article, I’m sure you don’t mind triggering your trust issues just a bit more.Here is a list of the worst, the most shocking, and heartbreaking moments of betrayal in movie history.Most Shocking Betrayals In Movie History1. Fredo Betrays Michael—The Godfather: Part II Why is it that more often than not, it is your own blood that betrays you? In The Godfather: Part II, Michael Corleone, the now head of the Corleone crime empire, is under constant threat of death. But not even in his wildest dreams did it occur to him that it could be his own brother plotting with a rival gang to get him killed. After surviving a fatal hit, Michael’s search for the culprit ends at his brother, Fredo, who conspired against him out of resentment. Michael hugs Fredo in a warm embrace and whispers into his ear, “I know it was you, Fredo,” shortly before sending him to the heart of Lake Tahoe forever.2. Scar Kills Mufasa—The Lion King Another heartbreaking fratricide is when Scar kills Mufasa. It’s a pivotal moment of treachery that drives the entire narrative of The...
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