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?