Have you ever had a book vs movie debate with a friend? Books vs movies has always been a strong debate! I’m here to tell you movies are more effective and better than books.

First of all, unlike books, movies bring stories to life in a visual and auditory way. When you watch a movie, you get to see the characters, their emotions and the incredible setting on the big screen! It’s like stepping into a whole new world! You can witness the action, the drama, and the magic unfold right before your eyes. The combination of visuals and sound can create a truly immersive experience that captures your attention and leaves a lasting impact. For example, in fifth grade I often read the series “Sea of Monsters”’ by Percy Jackson. Don’t get me wrong–reading the books was great, and I wouldn’t change it for anything, but it doesn’t compare to visuality of the 2013 movie, “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters.” I’ll never forget when I watched the movie. Words couldn’t explain how powerful the experience was. I can understand a story much better when I get to see it in a movie or TV show, because I get to hear, see and really experience what the character is going through. 

Moreover, movies have the power to captivate our senses. With stunning visuals, specific effects, and epic soundtracks, they can create a cinematic experience that really grabs your attention. The visual effects in movies can transport you to fantastical words, take you on thrilling adventures, or make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the action. The sound design and music can enhance the mood and emotions of the story, making it even more engaging and memorable. It is a sensory experience that can truly immerse you in the story being told.  For example, last year, when I read the book “Hunger Games,” by Suzanne Collins, it was truly explosive and entertaining and taught me a lot. However, when I watched the movie and saw Jennifer Lawrence portray Katniss Everdeen, I got to see what it would really be like to have to fight for your food. The suspense and visuals led me to not want to pause the movie at all.It brought a lot to my attention that I like movies more than books.

A great advantage of movies is that they can condense a whole book into a couple of hours. This means you can experience a complete story in a short amount of time. Sometimes life gets busy and we don’t always have the luxury of diving into a lengthy book. Movies offer a convenient way to enjoy a story without committing to a long reading session. They can be a great option for those days when you’re looking for some quick entertainment or when you want to unwind after a long day.  Movies have the advantage of using cinematic techniques to enhance the storytelling, Directors can play with camera angles, lighting, and editing to create powerful and memorable scenes. They can use visual symbolism, foreshadowing, and other techniques to convey deeper meaning and evoke specific emotions.

A lot of people may say that books are better. Reasons why could be that books are like savoring different foods. Like exploring various flavors, there’s always a new and different book to read. This could be a reason why people say books are better than movies.

In conclusion, watching movies can be a social experience. Movies are short, sweet, have the power to captivate our senses and movies can bring stories to life in a visual and auditory way. You can experience a story in a short amount of time, you can visualize the characters and their emotions and finally you can hear the soundtracks while the movie is captivating our senses. Movies can bring people together–whether you know it or not.