Because you like Lennie Small in Of Mice and Men
Michael Bluth is the only sane person in a family of eccentrics. At least, that's how he thinks of himself. See them in Arrested Development.
Cosette is an idealistic woman whose innocence stands in contrast to her harsh childhood. See them in Les Miserables.
Evan is a sensible kid, but being sensible isn't going to help him lose his virginity. See them in Superbad.
Relentlessly cheerful and optimistic, Erin Hannon is an office receptionist. See them in The Office.
Liesel Meminger is trying to ease the suffering of those around her, German and Jew alike. See them in The Book Thief.
Phoebe Caulfield is a wise-beyond-her-years 10-year-old with an empathetic spirit. See them in The Catcher in the Rye.
Let's just say Sheldon Oberon is having an out-of-body experience like no other. See them in Jumanji.
Blunt but anxious, Gretchen Ross bonds most easily with those who have lived tough lives like she has. See them in Donnie Darko.
Chuck Bartowski is a sweet, laid-back electronics store/top secret government employee. See them in Chuck.
Murph is inquisitive, compassionate, and stubborn, with a passion for science she shares with her dad. See them in Interstellar.
A working class janitor with a world-class mind, Will Hunting is cocky, brash, and combative about his future. See them in Good Will Hunting.