I believe reading books and watching movies are great ways to spend time and enjoy interesting stories. However, I would probably prefer to watch a movie when choosing between the two.
Movies can visually and aurally bring a story to life by adding additional aspects, such as acting, music, and special effects.
For example, I recently enjoyed watching The Imitation Game at which touched on important topics such as art and identity. This movie was a real eye-opener for me because of its deep storyline and excellent directing.