Film v. Writing

Seeing a documentary film and reading a piece on the same subject provides completely different experiences. Watching a documentary can play to your senses more than reading can. Devices such as visual effects and music can evoke certain emotions that the director may want the viewer to feel. This will make it more likely for people to see the subject in the light that they wish. I find it easier to understand a topic while watching a film about it rather than just reading. I suppose the advantage of film is that it is usually made for informative purposes, as well as entertainment. It is usually more enjoyable than sitting down and reading and article. I suppose an advantage of written word is that you have the words right in front of you. This makes it possible for one to look back and review what they have read. The Aufderheide stated that some filmmakers avoid consulting a wide range of experts. I am not sure what I think about that idea. I guess you have to take into consideration that both the writer and the director have a specific intention for their piece. They will consult who they find necessary while completing their piece. I do not think that we can say that it is only the filmmakers. It may be a different medium, but they are both expressing their thoughts and ideas.