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The Captain in Pan’s Labyrinth also represents an invisible monster in a war setting. Is the war that creates monsters like the Captain or do monsters create the war? I think the answer to this question is situational and depends on the perspective you look at. I don’t think the Captain started this war, but war certainly has brought out a ruthless brutal side. The Captain is willing to go as far as killing a young innocent girl, who is technically he stepdaughter, in order to protect his legacy and power. This desire to do whatever it takes to save himself and his war no matter the consequence and his brutal actions shows his monstrosity and lack of morality. 
The Captain is a murderous, immoral man, but this might not be readily seen by outsiders or even Carmen. But there is the possibility that Carmen and other people see his monstrosity but choose to ignore him and remain attached to him as a form of protection. For example, Carmen marries him and has his child, but while pregnant he takes care of her. She may just be a pawn in his game, but before her death she is at least taken care of and protected. 
 

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