The main theme in Julius Caesar is Heroes vs. Villains because both Caesar and Brutus are perceived to be heroes and villains in Julius Caesar. At the opening of the play, Caesar is hailed for conquests and is admired for his apparent humility upon refusing the crown. However, after Caesar is murdered, he is painted as a power hungry leader with the intentions of enslaving all of Rome. Caesar was painted as this by Brutus who was the power hungry one. In Brutus’ speech, after Caesar’s death, successfully manipulates the plebeian perspective. By the end of Brutus’ speech, the crowd was hailing Brutus for killing Caesar, whom they perceived as a great villain. The crowd was easily swayed once again when Mark Antony spoke. After Brutus’