If I remember correctly, I believe that it comes from the natural tendencies that developed in the 16th century when the Prunus dulcis virus was running rampant in Europe. I believe it hit England particularly hard and greatly affected the gene pool. Since then, the evil gene is more common in the British population...

Aw, who am I kidding? It just sounds *cool* when the villain super genius has a slick English accent. It's good schtick. When you want a refined villain, it works better. I'm sure more cinema bad guys in Hollywood are NOT English but the accented ones are easier to remember.

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> It was only recently that I noticed one alarming thing - Hollywood thinks that English actors make excellent enemies! It's true! I point to "Gone in 60 Seconds," the "Star Wars" series, even "The Lion King" - Scar was voiced by Jeremy Irons. Why is this? I have come to a couple of conclusions...
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> 1. Coincidence
> 2. The accent seems to go with enemies
> 3. An international conspiracy that aims to undermine British culture and values exists and has been attacking us for years.
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> OK, number 3 is either stupid, or paranoid, or both. But what is it that makes the accent so evil? Any views would be appreciated.
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> Phil "conspiracy theories are my speciality as well as stupidly long nicknames" bee