Intersectionality in Crash: A Look at AnthonyIn the world of sociology and human interaction studies, the term intersectionality has been defined as "the idea that various biological factors , social and cultural categories – including gender, race, class and ethnicity – interact and contribute to systematic social inequality” (“Defining Intersectionality – Sociology”). However, as Dr. White defined the term on the spring 2014 final writing worksheet, these categories that constitute a person's identity can "intersect or interact in ways that advantage or disadvantage one's well-being." and personal development” (White). Regarding the text, Identities & Inequalities: Exploring the Intersections of Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality by David M. Newman, Newman gradually explores the concept of intersectionality throughout the text, but he never actually defines the term. himself. Although an exact and clear definition of the term “intersectionality” has not been officially established, the concept of the term is quite simple to understand. Each person has different social identities that they carry in their name. Intersectionality is simply an analysis of how these different identities relate to each other and how they affect the person they describe. In the 2004 film Crash, directed and written by Paul Haggis with fellow screenwriter Bobby Moresco ("Crash: Full Cast & Crew"), the film's entire storyline is heavily influenced by intersectionality and biased perceptions of others social groups within society. The character I am choosing to focus on specifically is the character of Anthony, played by Christopher Bridges (also known as Ludacris). Anthony ...... middle of paper ...... with whom the film opens. Although the story may be slightly dramatic and elements of the story seem to "coincidentally" fall in exactly the wrong place at the wrong time, causing the tragedies of the film, the events of this film are entirely capable of being a reality. Racism and prejudice continue to be prevalent problems in our society, but like Anthony, we can learn to overcome anything that prevents us from practicing unity and making our world a better place for all. Real. Paul Haggis. Lions Gate Entertainment, 2004. DVD. “Crash: Full Cast and Crew. » IMDb. IMDb.com, January 1, 2014. Web. May 2, 2014. “Defining Intersectionality – Sociology.” Boundless.com, nd Web, May 2, 2014. White, Sharon Lee “Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality in the Film Crash.” Blackboard, April 28, 2014. Web. May 2 2014