The phrase "central antagonist" refers to the main opposing force or villain in a story. They are usually a significant character who opposes the protagonist and creates conflict throughout the narrative. Full definition
Walton Goggins, an immensely talented star who can be seen next in Marvel's Ant - Man and The Wasp, is also largely wasted as the films central antagonist. (thehollywoodnews.com)
In the movie's opening minutes, there's an impressive action setpiece involving the hijacking of a train run by WCKD, the organization that serves as the series» central antagonist (In case we don't know they're bad guys, everyone calls the organization «Wicked»). (markreviewsmovies.com)
The central antagonist is a genuinely frightening spectre. (iheartthetalkies.com)