Because you like Clementine Kruczynski in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Bridget Jones is a wanton sex goddess, struggling 30-something, and semi-hot mess. See them in Bridget Jones's Diary.
Calling Alicia Florrick a "good wife" is damning this smart, capable, thoughtful woman with too-faint praise. See them in The Good Wife.
In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.
Give in to the dark side with vampire Lestat; it's more fun. See them in Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles.
Effy Stonem is cool and collected with a wry smile on her face and a cigarette between her lips. See them in Skins.
Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.
CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.
Catwoman might be slightly unhinged, but you can't say this feline villainess isn't confident. See them in DC Extended Universe.
The biggest nerd in high school, Bill Haverchuck is the biggest target for bullies. See them in Freaks and Geeks.
Sookie St. James is a klutzy and perfectionist chef who's always there for her friends. See them in Gilmore Girls.
Be careful around Marie Laveau. There's no one more vengeful than a double-crossed voodoo queen. See them in American Horror Story.