Gallery: The Ten Best Rom-Coms With Strong Female Characters

The 80s, and 90s are obviously known for their legendary styles, their effortless coolness, and their iconic characters. Finally, Hollywood producers realized how much their audiences wanted strong female characters, and boy did they deliver. Though some set the standard in musicals set in the 50s, and some graced the small screen, these ladies were not to be messed with. While nostalgia may be worth a pretty penny, nothing is worth more than an empowered protagonist for adolescent girls to look up to. Next time you're itching for a rom-com from the past, check out our list of the best protagonists we all wanted to emulate.