Because you like Ashitaka in Princess Mononoke

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

Quirky and wildly imaginative, Amelie finds joy in the unnoticed things in life and aspires to bring happiness to all. See them in Amelie.

Velma Dinkley is all about getting results, not taking credit. She is the unsung hero of Mystery Inc. See them in Scooby-Doo.

Lady Macbeth takes being a powerful woman to a whole other level. See them in Macbeth.

Stuck somewhere between life and death, Talion is motivated by one thing only: vengeance. See them in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor.

Call her. Beep her. If anyone's in trouble, Kim Possible is there. See them in Kim Possible.

Motivated by a strong sense of curiosity, fleet-footed Lina Mayfleet is happiest when she's on the move. See them in The City of Ember.

If Lisbeth Salander can hurt a bastard who deserves it by digging up stuff about him, she feels good. See them in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.

A free-spirited artist, Marjane Satrapi is living under the shadow of an oppressive society. See them in Persepolis.

Mr. Blonde is the undisputed leader of his pack of suited-up outlaws, with a stoic and serious demeanor, and a penchant for bloodshed. See them in Reservoir Dogs.

A singing nanny, Mary Poppins is practically perfect in every way. See them in Mary Poppins.