Because you like Clementine Kruczynski in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Calling Alicia Florrick a "good wife" is damning this smart, capable, thoughtful woman with too-faint praise. See them in The Good Wife.

Romantic, tortured, and at times cruel, Heathcliff is an intense man. See them in Wuthering Heights.

As Marlena Rosenbluth is finding out, confidence in the limelight doesn't always translate to power at home. See them in Water for Elephants.

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

Charlotte York is an idealistic art curator who loves horses, tennis and Elizabeth Taylor movies. See them in Sex and the City.

Claire Underwood is scary intimidating, and she knows it. See them in House of Cards.

Relentlessly cheerful and optimistic, Erin Hannon is an office receptionist. See them in The Office.

Southern belle Scarlett O'Hara is a heart-melter who has no problem looking after herself. See them in Gone with the Wind.

Sookie St. James is a klutzy and perfectionist chef who's always there for her friends. See them in Gilmore Girls.

Lazy and cynical‚ Bernard Black is the ultimate curmudgeon. See them in Black Books.