The definition of an antagonist is a character, group of characters, or institution, that represents the opposition against which the protagonist must contend. In other words, 'A person, or a group of people who oppose the main character, or the main characters. In the classic style of story wherein the action consists of a hero fighting a villain, the two can be regarded as protagonist and antagonist, respectively.
With the dialogue in Unforeseen Emissary we establish a clear antagonist, an opposition to the protagonist, Agent Smith. This makes the narrative of the film more appealing and adds an enticing element as there seems be subtle hints of history between the antagonist and protagonist with the shock of the "what?!" in the end. We veil the antagonist in mystery and darkness due to the fact that we only refer to him with "he", never revealing his name.
Here are some conventional antagonists that act as clear oppositions to the central character:
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| Lee Van Cleef - The Good, The Bad and The Ugly |
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| Colonel Miles - Avatar |
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| Joker - The Dark Knight |
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