Antagonist

Character Role Analysis

Elijah Muhammad

Let's be clear, Elijah Muhammad definitely isn't the only thing standing in Malcolm X's way. But he definitely is the one that seems to upset Malcolm the most. His goal was to be the best servant that Mr. Muhammad ever had. Obviously, that's kind of hard if Mr. Muhammad has decided he wants you dead. The shock of this revelation almost drives Malcolm insane.

All other obstacles seem to roll off of Malcolm's back, but this one sticks with him. So that's why Mr. Muhammad gets the title of antagonist.