The definition of a MacGuffin is something that the villain in a film cares tremendously about, and is willing to give up anything as long as he can get it. This can include money, power, or an item of significance to them. The audience usually doesn't care about these things.
MacGuffins are common in thrillers because the plot is villain driven a lot of the time. MacGuffins help develop a story and deliver it more effectively. There is no need to explain the decisions made by each character as it becomes more obvious, the villain is usually chasing the MacGuffin and the hero is usually trying to stop them from obtaining it.
The MacGuffin is often disregarded by the end of the film. This is because the audience switch their focus to whether or not the good guy can foil the bad guys plan, not whether or not the bad guy is successful in obtaining some money or successfully completing a drug deal, as two examples that can be used.
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