International Journal of Literature and Arts

Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2024

  • Research Article

    When Prominence Overrules EminenceSubsidization of the Cultural Sectors in the Netherlands

    Michelle Van Dun, Rik Koolma*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 88-101
    Received: 28 May 2024
    Accepted: 12 June 2024
    Published: 29 July 2024
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    Abstract: What processes determine the allocation of state subsidies to a selection of cultural and artistic organizations? In the case of the Dutch cultural basic infrastructure (BIS) two main criteria are issued, namely quality and reputation. In this article, no attempt is made to define measures for artistic quality and reputation. Instead, it is observe... Show More
  • Research Article

    A Critical Appreciation of the Commercial Blockbusters by Zhang Yimou

    Zhang Qianyu*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 102-106
    Received: 17 June 2024
    Accepted: 15 July 2024
    Published: 6 August 2024
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    Abstract: It is essential to note that for the past two decades the majority of the Fifth Generation directors have experienced an obvious shift of film-making from art cinema to the production of commercial blockbusters. By means of borrowing Hollywood’s “high concept” cinema, the local blockbusters featuring Chinese cultural elements are very emphatic abou... Show More
  • Research Article

    The Question of Moral Education: Reading Selected Bangla and English Folktales

    Md. Habibur Rahman*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2024
    Pages: 107-115
    Received: 13 June 2024
    Accepted: 18 July 2024
    Published: 15 August 2024
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    Abstract: Moral education is a type of education that distinguishes between right and wrong and determines human behaviour. In other words, moral education is an educational programme that focuses on moral and ethical values. The folktales' moral education aims to prepare the audience to be responsible, respectful, and resilient citizens who will contribute ... Show More