Because you like Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird
In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.
Brian Griffin is the most scholarly member of the family—when he's not drunk on martinis. See them in Family Guy.
When the safety of Hyrule is at stake, Princess Zelda does not hesitate to sacrifice herself for the good of the land. See them in The Legend of Zelda.
Lady Macbeth takes being a powerful woman to a whole other level. See them in Macbeth.
Once a handsome prince, the Beast is now a grumpy, furry, monster. It's hard to pinpoint which mammal he resembles the most. See them in Beauty and the Beast.
Chris Chambers is from a family of social outcasts and criminals, and he wants more than anything to avoid ending up like them. See them in Stand By Me.
Darcy Lewis is a razor-sharp scientist studying things that science can't explain. See them in Thor.
It's easy to see why Poe Dameron would side with the rebellion: he's bad at taking orders, likes to show off, and is committed to the cause. See them in Star Wars Series.
On the outside, Gwen seems meek and calm. But she has an inner core of steel. See them in Merlin.
Ultron is security software turned evil mastermind. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Tempestuous and talented, Claire Randall is a woman with a passionate heart and a quick mind. See them in Outlander.