Because you like Travis Bickle in Taxi Driver

Jesse Aarons' frustration can only find outlet in another world. See them in Bridge to Terabithia.

Thanos is an intergalactic warlord, on the hunt for infinite power. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Celie Johnson says she's poor, black, and may even be ugly. But dear God she's here. See them in The Color Purple.

Patrick Verona is a bad boy who's after a tough girl. See them in 10 Things I Hate About You.

Stoic, cynical, and brilliant, Solid Snake was genetically engineered to be the perfect soldier. See them in Metal Gear Series.

Oliver Tate is extremely articulate but hopelessly awkward. That's not a recipe for teenage happiness. See them in Submarine.

The chronically bizarre Dwight Schrute is the world’s most dependable assistant to the regional manager. See them in The Office.

A gruff and hardened professional, Marcus Fenix keeps his emotions buried deep. See them in Gears of War.

Shaun is used to being lazy. And now, you're asking him to fight for his life? See them in Shaun of the Dead.

Turanga Leela is the daughter of two mutants who live in the sewers below New York City. See them in Futurama.

Khan Noonien Singh is super strong, super smart, and out for revenge. He always seems to be two steps ahead of his enemies. See them in Star Trek Into Darkness.