Often expressing any understanding towards the motives of a “bad guy” is taken as signaling acceptance for their actions. There was e.g. controversy around the movie Downfall for this:
Downfall was the subject of dispute by critics and audiences in Germany before and after its release, with many concerned of Hitler’s role in the film as a human being with emotions in spite of his actions and ideologies.[40][30][49] The portrayal sparked debate in Germany due to publicity from commentators, film magazines, and newspapers,[25][50] leading the German tabloid Bild to ask the question, “Are we allowed to show the monster as a human being?”.[25]
Often expressing any understanding towards the motives of a “bad guy” is taken as signaling acceptance for their actions. There was e.g. controversy around the movie Downfall for this: