Because you like Maude Chardin in Harold & Maude
Evan is a sensible kid, but being sensible isn't going to help him lose his virginity. See them in Superbad.
Santana Lopez is a cutthroat cheerleader who's not afraid to speak, or sing, her mind. See them in Glee.
Chuck Bartowski is a sweet, laid-back electronics store/top secret government employee. See them in Chuck.
As the Rose Bride, Anthy Himemiya is a spectator in the fencing matches fought over her and her power "to revolutionize the world." See them in Revolutionary Girl Utena.
Despite the war-torn world around him, Mal Reynolds still holds onto the shred of hope that life can be more than just living another day. See them in Firefly.
A childlike space cadet, Brittany Pierce has a surprisingly open-minded spirit. See them in Glee.
Dutiful, composed, and aloof, Sun Bak is the fighting force behind her team of eight "sensates" who are telepathically linked. See them in Sense8.
A determined and cold-hearted spy, Cassian Andor will do what it takes to stand up to the evil Galatic Empire. See them in Rogue One.
Gene Belcher dreams of a future in the limelight, and he doesn't let his lack of talent hold him back. See them in Bob's Burgers.