Movies versus Books, How do they Compare?

By Heriberto Padilla

Have you ever wondered what was better when considering a book or a movie based on a book? I always thought the movies were better than the books. I thought this because in movies you only take one or two hours. With books it’s about one or two weeks. But that’s only my opinion. You can decide which one is better, a book or the movie.

Here are some interviews on this topic:
Q: What’s better, the book or the movie?
A: "Movies are better," said Luis Campos, a 7th grader
Q: What’s the best book you have read?
A: "Hunger Games," said Esmeralda Ramirez, a 7th grader
Q: What’s the best movie that has been based on the book?
A: "Holes is a good book and movie," said Ms. Nelson, the librarian.
Q: Do you think people like movies better than books or books better than movies?
A: "I think people like movies better than books because movies are more visual," said Ms. Larson.

In conclusion, most people prefer movies over books. However, there are some books that are better than the movies based on them. "The City of Ember," for instance, is better as a book than a movie. If you haven't read it, then check it out!