Because you like Neil Perry in Dead Poets Society

Gordie Lachance never had any friends later on like the ones he had when I was twelve. See them in Stand By Me.

Sometimes being a supportive girlfriend like Ophelia doesn't work out too well. See them in Hamlet.

Jesse Aarons' frustration can only find outlet in another world. See them in Bridge to Terabithia.

Michael Moscovitz is a high school student of few words but a lot of heart. See them in The Princess Diaries.

James Wilson is a compassionate doctor who willingly plays the sidekick. See them in House M.D..

Tom Hansen is a full-fledged romantic impatiently waiting for his love story. See them in (500) Days of Summer.

Olive Hoover is an irrepressible child beauty queen (or would-be queen) who doesn't play by your rules. See them in Little Miss Sunshine.

Blunt but anxious, Gretchen Ross bonds most easily with those who have lived tough lives like she has. See them in Donnie Darko.

Through raised to be a gentleman, Laurie has a mischievous sense of humor. See them in Little Women.

Claire Standish is a popular, perfect princess who's deeper than she seems. See them in The Breakfast Club.

Caleb Rivers is a bad boy with a good reason for acting out. See them in Pretty Little Liars.

Shawn Hunter may be a bit of a rebellious bad boy, but he has a heart that's pure gold. See them in Boy Meets World.