Chris Sanders, who co-directed the original film and voiced Stitch, returns to bring the charismatic alien to life once again with a specially-chosen cast.
Disney announced the live action remake of Lilo and Stitch with a small teaser. The animated film was released in 2002 and is remembered in Argentina because Bandana participated in its soundtrack.
The cast of the live-action remake has been carefully selected to honor the story’s cultural roots. Maia Kealoha, a young Hawaiian actresswill debut in the role of Lilo, bringing authenticity to the character. Chris Sanderswho co-directed the original film and was Stitch’s voice returns to bring the charismatic alien to life once again. Joining them will be actors such as Zach Galifianakis and Billy Magnussen who will portray iconic characters such as Doctor Jumba Jookiba and Agent Pleakley, respectively, ensuring a diverse cast that promises to do justice to the legacy of the original film.
A bumpy production
The production of Lilo and Stitch has faced several challenges, including SAG-AFTRA strike delays and a fire on the set that caused significant damage. Despite these obstacles, the film has completed its shooting and has gone from being a project initially destined for Disney+ to a production that will hit theaters in the summer of 2025This shift in release strategy indicates Disney’s confidence in the film’s potential to attract both old and new fans of the franchise.
While not everyone is thrilled with the idea of a remake, especially those close to the original project, there is hope that Fleischer Camp’s vision manages to capture the heart and uniqueness that made Lilo and Stitch a classic. The original film was the result of a very personal vision by Chris Sanders, and although some, like co-director Dean DeBlois, have expressed doubts about the need to remake it, The remake could offer a new interpretation that connects with the little ones.
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Lilo and Stitch: When will it be released in theaters and what the story is about?
According to estimates, Lilo and Stitch in Live Action will be available in the summer of 2025. The story, set in Hawaii, tells the story of Lilo, a lonely girl who lives under the care of her sister Nani since her parents died; and an alien named Experiment 626 who is adopted by Lilo on Earth and given the name Stitch.
Genetically engineered to cause chaos and destruction, Stitch initially uses Lilo to hide from the Galactic Federation as he is a fugitive from the planet Turo and is being pursued by his creator Jumba and Agent Pleakley, but gradually develops an emotional bond with the little girl and begins to reconsider his purpose as a creation. Thus, the central theme of the film is family; one that includes members by extension, as promoted by the ohana concept, in which Lilo is a firm believer.
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