Henry Jenkins - fandom theory

• What does Jenkins assert about fandom?

  It is a personal and creative relationship
• How can genre films and TV unite marginalized people?

  They can be appropriated for political purposes
• What political purpose did the three finger salute serve in Hong Kong?

  It was used by democratic protestors
• What cultural impact has Peaky Blinders had in Birmingham?

  It has fueled a cultural Renaissance
• What did Knight refer to as a ‘cultural cringe’?

  A feeling of inadequacy in local culture
• Why did Knight write Peaky Blinders?

  To mythologize a geographical area and class
• What has led fans to flock to the Midlands?

  The uniqueness and universal appeal of portrayals
• How many people attended the Peaky Blinders Festival in Digbeth?

  20,000 people
• What is a ‘cottage industry’ in the context of fandom?

  Unofficial products providing extended experiences
• What social media groups exist around Peaky Blinders?

  Groups dedicated to Peaky Blinder cosplay
• What does Jenkins refer to as ‘textual poaching’?

  Sampling cultural products for creativity
• Who are considered ‘prosumers’ in fandom?

  Non-professional producers of fan content
• How do fans distribute their creative works according to Jenkins?

  Outside the control of original institutions