Because you like Dr. List in Marvel Cinematic Universe
The only defense Earth has against alien invaders are giant robots in the hands of pilots like Kaworu. See them in Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Despite the undeniably awful turn her life has taken, Rachel handles herself with remarkable grace. See them in Me and Earl and the Dying Girl .
For somebody who won't answer questions, the enigmatic C.C. sure asks a lot of them. See them in Code Geass.
The Sohma family is just plain cursed, and Yuki Sohma has to learn to live with it – or so he thinks. See them in Fruits Basket.
Santana Lopez is a cutthroat cheerleader who's not afraid to speak, or sing, her mind. See them in Glee.
Never shy about sharing what she thinks, Beatrice loves to make smart remarks and keep men on their toes. See them in Much Ado About Nothing.
A secret smoker, Margot Tenenbaum has plenty more secrets where that came from. See them in The Royal Tenenbaums.
An agile and powerful swordswoman, Saber is a dignified warrior down to her bones. See them in Fate/Stay Night.
It's certainly easier to get great footage of crimes when you can guarantee they'll happen. See them in Nightcrawler.
Small in stature, Clara Oswald has a big appetite for adventure. See them in Doctor Who.
Smart but insecure, Tally Youngblood is torn between what she wants and what her society demands. See them in Uglies.
Make sure not to anger the Hulk or else he will transform into a giant green monstrosity and smash anything in his way. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.