Because you like Jules Winnfield in Pulp Fiction
Tony Stark's interests include cocktails, beautiful women, particle physics, and saving the world. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Donkey is proof that if you're annoying enough you can change the world; he's the reason that his friend Shrek does, well, anything. See them in Shrek.
Rogue's touch is literally deadly, and she's trying to learn from the older mutants how to manager her powers. See them in X-Men Series.
Driven and straightforward with high-technology parts, EVE was sent to Earth to see if it is habitable. See them in WALL-E.
Protecting his family's name and its power are more important to Tywin Lannister than anything or anyone. See them in Game of Thrones.
Miss Havisham is the creepiest old rich lady in town. See them in Great Expectations.
For Wreck It Ralph, it's not easy being the bad guy. Especially when you've been designed to destroy but really desire love. See them in Wreck-It Ralph.
Korra is stubborn, outgoing, and faced with huge responsibilities she might not be ready for. See them in The Legend of Korra.
Where Ash comes from, food and shelter pay for themselves. Even as a penniless vagrant, he is able to pursue his dream of becoming a Pokémon Master See them in Pokemon.
Kazuma Kiryu's legendary strength and exploits have earned him the nickname of Dragon of Dojima. See them in Yakuza.
Rachel Goldberg is a drama-causing reality TV producer with the power to ruin people's lives at the click of a button. See them in UnREAL.