Is Reading Better Than Watching TV?

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The discussion centers on the argument that reading books is superior to watching television. Key points include that reading allows for greater control over information intake, requires more mental engagement, and offers a richer selection of literature compared to movies. Participants emphasize that reading fosters deeper comprehension and personal connection with the material, while television is often a passive experience that can dilute the depth of content. The conversation highlights the unique benefits of reading, such as vocabulary expansion and imaginative engagement, which are less prevalent in visual media.

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hage567 said:
Is it this one?

http://www.599productions.com/599/Timelapse_Small.html

Yeah yeah yeah! you found it thanks!
 
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  • #32
Everyone here is assuming the conclusion... I would hypothesize that TV/movies are about equivalent to casual reading, though obviously it depends on the book and/or show.

For example, what do you think is better: watching the original Star Wars movie, or reading one of those starwars-based books? I think its pretty clear watching the movie is better.
 
  • #33
Have you ever read the novel that "Dude, Where's my Car" is based on?

Well of course you haven't.

There's too much false analogy in this thread; there's some really amazing movies and television shows - of course, they were made for that medium. While they are probably reproducible as books, you would totally miss out on what made them brilliant as visual media, just as people generally complain that "the movie wasn't as good as the book."
 
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hage567 said:
Is it this one?

http://www.599productions.com/599/Timelapse_Small.html

That was beautiful to watch. Thanks!
 
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hage567 said:
Is it this one?

http://www.599productions.com/599/Timelapse_Small.html

GATTACA!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWw9tboDtrg
 
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  • #36
No way! You can put videos inside posts! The PF server is AMAZING!
 

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