Introduction to Film Theories
Test questions
Explain both concepts of "Economy" and "Prestige" in James English´s Economy of Prestige: what "Prestige" means in this context, and how can prestige be accumulated? Why English uses the term Economy ?
- James English used the term "Field" extensively in his book. What is the source and meaning of the "Cultural Field" concept?
- What role did scandals play in the history of art prizes and when, according to English, their role significantly changed?
- choose one of the examples of scandals or controversies described by English. Did the controversy help the artist to accumulate capital? Why yes/no? What kind of capital was at stake?