Because you like Clementine Kruczynski in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Sue Sylvester has a win-at-all-costs philosophy, a bizarre fixation on a school singing club, and a fashion style that involves a red tracksuit. See them in Glee.
A suave manipulator, Sebastian Valmont is valiantly fighting off a developing conscience. See them in Cruel Intentions.
Christine Palmer is a great surgeon and an even better friend. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Dolores Umbridge keeps her villainy hidden (albeit poorly) behind a sheen of sugary pink politeness. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Sam Montgomery works hard, but her evil stepmother makes sure her efforts don't pay off. See them in A Cinderella Story.
Cady Heron is the new girl in town who's also new to the world of high school, period. See them in Mean Girls.
A company man who has never done a day of work, Creed Bratton pursues sketchy extracurricular activities that keep him busy. See them in The Office.
Intelligent and confident, Maeve Wiley grew up alone and has no problem hitting you in the crotch if you disrespect her. See them in Sex Education.
Jenny Flint is a devoted wife and daring crime fighter, which is pretty unconventional for a Victorian maid. See them in Doctor Who.
Joyce Byers isn't crazy. She's just speaking to her missing son across dimensions using Christmas lights. See them in Stranger Things.
Short on book smarts but long on compassion, this high school football player secretly has a soulful side. See them in Glee.
Lily Aldrin is a flaky but supportive kindergarten teacher and painter. See them in How I Met Your Mother.