Because you like Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing
Adored, honored, and, most of all, feared, Miranda Priestly has the fashion industry in the palm of her hand. See them in The Devil Wears Prada.
In love with a daughter of his family's sworn enemies, Romeo Montague must find a way to reconcile his conflicting desires. See them in Romeo & Juliet.
Relentlessly cheerful and optimistic, Erin Hannon is an office receptionist. See them in The Office.
Meticulous Arthur is always prepared, but he may not be ready to be the point man in the criminal world of dream sharing. See them in Inception.
Jack's big imagination is never limited by his incredibly cramped surroundings. See them in Room.
Christine Daae has been secretely taking lessons from a phantom musician. It sounded less creepy in her head. See them in The Phantom of the Opera.
Elaine Benes is a tough New Yorker who can hang with the guys, and date the ones who are "sponge-worthy." See them in Seinfeld.
Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.
Davos Seaworth is steadfast, intelligent, and trustworthy, which are hard traits to find in a place like Westeros. See them in Game of Thrones.
Victor Frankenstein can create life, so he's pretty awesome if he says so himself. See them in Frankenstein.
In his heart, this student rebel is more of a lover than a fighter. See them in Les Miserables.
Blunt, petty, neurotic, Larry David can never live and let live. See them in Curb Your Enthusiasm.