Embracing the Power of Imagination: Why I Prefer Books Over Movie Magic
Are you more drawn to the magic of movies or the enchantment of books? Personally, I find solace in the world of books. While movies offer a visual spectacle curated by directors, books open a gateway to what you desire to feel. Movies soothe your eyes, but books, have the power to soothe your very soul. Let’s explore the realm where words weave emotions and stories are written not just on pages but on the canvas of your heart.
Even though many folks are into gadgets these days, let me tell you, reading books is like having the best time ever. It’s like going on awesome adventures without leaving your seat. Nothing in the world beats the happiness you get from flipping through those pages and getting lost in a great book.
Back in school, we were told that books are like our all-time buddies. They’re there whenever we need them. Books are like our personal guides, helping us make sense of the world and figure out what’s right and wrong. They’re the superheroes on our shelves, teaching us stuff and showing us the way. Whenever we read, it’s like we’re upgrading ourselves, becoming better people.
But for me, books were like this magical bridge connecting my everyday life to a world of imagination and creativity. When I was a kid, comics and storybooks were my go-to, sparking excitement and opening up a whole new realm of imagination. They were like the wind beneath the wings of my creativity, helping me build a brand-new world of my own.
The first time I read about Mongali’s story, my mind painted its own picture of the jungle. As Mongali, I was leaping off mountains, riding Bagheera, and bossing around jackals. Honestly, the forest in my imagination was even prettier than the one in the movie. But when I saw ‘Jungle Book’ for the first time, it was fun, but my make-believe world kind of disappeared. Now, all I could see was the director’s version.
As I read Mongali’s story, I got this exciting feeling like I was playing with tigers and bears, living fearlessly among jackals — something I could never do in the real world. The book created this thrilling experience for me that real life just couldn’t match.
You probably know about ‘Harry Potter,’ a super successful book series that turned into movies, making waves worldwide. It took us into the magical world of ‘Hogwarts,’ and actors like ‘Daniel Radcliffe,’ ‘Emma Watson,’ and ‘Rupert Grint’ brought the book characters to life. But for those who read the ‘Harry Potter’ novels, the movie world seems a bit small. The whole magical universe in the books can’t fit into a 2 to 2:30 hour film. In the film, Ron Weasley isn’t shown as capable as he is in the book. For example, in the book, Mr. Weasley fixes Harry’s glasses in Diagon Alley instead of Hermione. There are many other differences between the film and the novel.
Like in the books, Voldemort’s eyes are red, not white.
It was never mentioned in the films that Hagrid’s motorcycle once belonged to Sirius Black.
In the book, Voldemort kills Quirrell by touching his head, but in the film, Harry kills Quirrell by touching his face.
Ludo Bagman, head of the Magical Games and Sports Department, was removed from the film after his character was merged with Barty Crouch.
Quidditch is not featured at all in the fifth film, with Ron being named Keeper and Professor Umbridge banning Harry, Fred, and George from Quidditch. Ginny then took Harry’s place as Seeker.
Harry inherits Grimmauld Place and Kreacher in the book after Sirius Black’s death.
It is not explained in the film that Snape named himself “Half-Blood Prince” because he is half-wizard, half-Muggle and his mother’s maiden name is Prince.
Besides all that, there are loads of things in the Harry Potter novels that don’t make it to the films. That’s why, for those who read the books, the Harry Potter world is even more thrilling than the movies. The same kind of stuff goes on in ‘Marvel Movies’ too. In the movies, lots of things are either different from the comics or get left out.
If I ask you whether you’d meet the Genie from Aladdin’s story, would you make wishes like in the movie or would you ask while reading the book, living your imaginary life, and listening to your inner voice? I’m sure you’d go with what your heart tells you.
Imagining is not a mistake. It’s a wonderful, strong force. It plays a big part in everyone growing up, making them better at socializing, understanding emotions, being creative, and solving problems. If brilliant scientists hadn’t imagine, we might not have so many cool inventions. They probably thought up all those things after being inspired by real-life stories. And you know what? Imaginations usually come from stories and stories come from books.
Even though many people might have different thoughts, with arguments like cool background music and awesome VFX making movies come alive; my preference leans towards the boundless realm of imagination that books offer. The power to envision and create a world uniquely tailored to one’s mind remains a treasure that movies, for all their brilliance, may not fully replicate. So, in the eternal debate of books versus films, I find solace and satisfaction in the rich landscapes of my own imagination, making the pages of a book my preferred gateway to endless possibilities.
