Because you like Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind
Even the smallest person can change the course of the world, if he's brave enough. See them in The Lord of the Rings.
Susie Salmon has a big heart, even though it's not beating anymore. See them in The Lovely Bones.
Aldous Snow is a rock star who plays hard and parties harder. See them in Get Him to the Greek.
A gifted detective, Rust Cohle is as dark and twisty as any murderer he chases. See them in True Detective Season 1.
Rose Hathaway is a reckless, rebellious smartass who's training to be a royal vampire guardian. See them in Vampire Academy.
When it comes to dancing and life, nobody puts Frances Houseman in the corner. See them in Dirty Dancing.
Harry Mason has been told that he worries too much, that he's a little paranoid. But he just wants to protect what he loves. See them in Silent Hill.
Benoit Blanc is Sherlock with Southern charm, and a mysterious benefactor. See them in Knives Out.
Although Theon Greyjoy is treated well, he's still essentially a hostage. And that isn't so easy for him to forgive. See them in Game of Thrones.