Since movies have been around, there has always been an argument over which is better: books or movies. This debate has only intensified with iconic books being turned into movies and vice versa. But which one is truly better? According to a survey conducted by the Harris Poll, 72% of people prefer to read books rather than watch movies or TV shows. Only 9% of respondents said they prefer movies over books, while 19% had no preference. While this may be true, there are pros and cons to each.
When it comes to movies, most people think it is easier to relax while watching them because you don’t have to work as hard to understand the plot—you can just turn your brain off and watch. However, a con to movies is that many people feel you can’t use your imagination as much. Most people believe that when you’re not sure what a character or object looks like, you make it up based on your own perspective, which creates a personal connection with the book.
Others argue that books are better than movies because they are more beneficial for you. According to various articles, most parents and about two-thirds of people say that screens can be harmful and lead to more serious issues. Additionally, reading a book is a more active process, where you aren’t just staring at a screen but are learning and engaging your brain. But there are still cons to books, such as the fact that reading can take a long time. Studies show that, on average, it takes 10-12 hours to read a chapter book, while a movie only takes 90-120 minutes.
Overall, these may be the general pros and cons of books and movies. But what about when it comes to famous or infamous book-to-movie adaptations? Take the very popular Harry Potter series, for example, written by J.K. Rowling from 1997 to 2007, with the movies released between 2001 and 2011. The debate over which is better—book or movie—continues to this day. For many fans of the books, they argue that the books offer much more detail than the movies, and that the actors who played the roles didn’t always fit the descriptions of the characters. Despite these differences, both the books and the movies are beloved by fans all over the world.
In conclusion, both books and movies have their own pros and cons. Ultimately, it’s up to you to decide whether you prefer books or movies.
