How does both a feminist lens, and an intersectionality matter in filmmaking?

Feminism and intersectionality in film, both combined and separately, help the viewer to understand the internal and external struggles of minorities in an industry that was built on silencing them.

Explanation:

A feminist lens in filmmaking helps to challenge the systemic inequalities women face on a daily basis by focusing on the function of female characters as strong individuals, rather than passive, flat characters they are commonly depicted as, especially in action and horror genres. An intersectional lens starts a conversation on the intersections of gender, race, caste, class, sexuality, religion, and disabilities for people who may or may not have experiences with these things, and helps those who do feel represented and less alone in their differences.