Because you like Eli in Let the Right One In

Phoebe Halliwell is a bestselling author and martial arts master with power of premonitions. See them in Charmed.

Although Morrigan knows every kind of magic there is, friendship is an untested area for her. See them in Dragon Age Series.

Galina Reznikov is the head chef of prison, cooking up meals as well as storms on anyone who dares to cross her; even the guards are terrified of her. See them in Orange Is The New Black.

Esmeralda's street wisdom is unparalleled. See them in The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Rupert Giles is a librarian on the outside, fearless evil-fighter on the inside. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Sometimes being a supportive girlfriend like Ophelia doesn't work out too well. See them in Hamlet.

Sharply perceptive and stubbornly principled, Jane Eyre might not have a very loud voice, but she knows when and how to use it. See them in Jane Eyre.

Amy Townsend rarely wakes up in the same bed twice. See them in Trainwreck.

Joe West is overprotective and secretive when his children are involved. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Roxie Hart can shoot for the stars even from behind bars. See them in Chicago.

Although Jareth seems like he's just a harmless romantic, his powers make him a formidable foe. See them in Labyrinth.

Susan Caraway joyfully dances to the beat of her own drum. See them in Stargirl .