Lilo & Stitch
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Movie Reviews of Lilo & Stitch
Movie Review: Really REALLY Liked it!
Summary: 5 Stars
I had been putting off seeing Lilo and Stitch in the theater because the art did not appeal to me. (Speaking from an artists' perspective, the little blue creature looked sort of like a pokemon rip off and the drawings of Nani and her sister Lilo were too exaggerated for me to enjoy). Well, I was DEAD WRONG. Lilo and Stitch is a humorous and moving film about the love of a little girl for her pet monster, and the love of her big sister Nani, for the little girl.
This film brings to question, Nature versus Nurture: Stitch is a creature created to 'destroy worlds,' who is born 'bad.' Through the love of his human adopted family, he learns the values of caring and responsibility. Even thought the antics of Stitch and Lilo were amusing, the true hero of this movie is actually Nani. Nani works very hard to do everything she can to procure a job and save her sister. Unfortunately, Stitch and Lilo thwart her at every turn, with (at times) disastrous consequences.
Again, speaking as an artist, some of the character designs were too exaggerated for me to enjoy fully. Particularly the way the noses were drawn, and some of the disproportionate large heads, were incongruous with the rest of the work.
On a positive note, I REALLY loved the way water was drawn, and the water-color backgrounds were beautiful. Also, Nani and her boyfriend David were well-animated. (This studio is famous for not drawing male characters all that well). Overall, great work. Can't wait for a sequel... Just as long as its not 'direct to video'..... LOL
Movie Review: Lilo & Stich, Special Editon
Summary: 5 Stars
I am wondering why Disney's studios was not release 2-discs special editon for this movie in USA. However, I found the 2 discs special editon for this movie in Mexico. This item can be seen in the USA because is encode region 1 (USA & Canada) and 4 (Latin America), NTSC format, widescreen, English, Spanish and Portugese Language tracks and subtitles available in those languages. It includes an alternative ending, music videos, behind the scenes, and lot's of more features. The price varies from US$17 to US$24, depending where you get it. I really like this movie, and I am planing to get the part 2 (Stich has a glitch) because includes the DTS soundtrack but I am still wondering if Disney is going to release part 1 in a 2-discs special editon, which I believe could be better than this one or probably the same. I am telling you this because the same happen with Mulan 2, which was release on October 04 in Mexico and February 05 in the USA, Tarzan 2-discs special editon which was release on May 05 in Mexico and is going to be available until october in the USA, other movies just are realease the same date like Tarzan 2, The incredibles, Bambi, and Cinderella 2-discs (on October 05). I got most of my Disney movies in the USA because I lived up there for 4 years and many through amanzon because some features are eliminated when change the language like the DTS soundtrack which is not included in MultiRegion format (1,4). Finally, I can say that I have the 2-disc special editon for Lilo & Stich for less than 19 bucks. bye.Movie Review: I hate Disney, but I LOVE Lilo & Stitch!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've always shied away from Disney...maybe cause Bambi and Dumbo always made me cry as a kid (I was born in '73), and because I felt like Disney was lately (80's on) going for a very simplistic kind of plotline, with average animation (do all the girls have to have huge, doe-like, eyes?).With Lilo & Stitch, a very real, very human plotline comes to life. Lilo and Stitch are basically outcasts (I've always loved the 'underdog' role) who aren't sure where they fit in, in their respective (human, and alien) societies. They have the same misfit outlooks on life, and when Stitch is banished from alien society (the product of a 'mad genetic scientist'), he at first lives up to his reputation of being a character of destruction...but soon becomes a 'lost soul' of sorts...searching for a family to call his own...there are references to the 'Ugly Duckling' story...which I always had a very soft spot for in my youthful heart, and remember crying a lot over this little story...a lost little being looking for acceptance...this is the heart and soul of Lilo & Stitch...
If you find yourself rooting for an underdog, with a little bit of bad manners, this is the story for you. I found myself rooting, laughing, cheering for both characters...there is no finer movie to lift the spirits and make one believe that the underdog can come up and blow everyone away!
And, I dare say, that little Stitch is the cutest animation to come along since Roger Rabbit and Dumbo...truly precious!
Movie Review: Thank you Disney
Summary: 5 Stars
Disney has had a slump since lion king. Emperors was good but Lilo and Stitch was amazing. For all you people who gavce it 1 star reviews maybe you should loosen up and come into the 21st century. I'm not a sadistic kid or anything. I'm a devoted christian that leads a highschool youth group. Lilo and stitch had some silly points and maybe some slightly mean one but no ones perfect. I'm sure you one star people aren't by any means. Another thing for you "Disney's Family Values people". LIFE ISN'T ALL HAPPY!!! Stop whining. It had no plot fine... but look at things like monty python. It's an awesome movie and it couldn't have less plot. Or even that Spongebob Squarepants show... I mean I hate it but kids love it or even Veggietales. Not everything has to have a plot. Also you people who were like "I can't believe other people liked it", who are you to judge?! People have their own opinions. If your close minded then fine Lilo and Stitch isn't for you but I loved it and I thought using the Elvis theme was excellent. If I could, I'd tell you all this in person too. Also this movie is nowhere near PG-13. There is no blood, no bad words, no bad themes. Also for those of you who called Nani abusive she's not. She's just an older sister and that's how they show affection. Again Lilo and Stitch is a great movie about a cute alien and a even cuter little girl. They meet, have fun, and are completely compatible. What more do you need? =0) Have a nice day!Movie Review: A wonderful DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
It seems crazy to add another review to the hundreds already here . . . still, here goes. LILO & STITCH is a charming and often hilarious film which goes slightly soggy in the second half due to a heavy dose of sentimentality (apparently obligatory in recent animated films.) Adults alone will notice this, most children and teens will adore the film.
I noticed that the movie received mixed reviews in the media, some critics apparently bored by it.
What makes it exceptional for me is the quality of the drawing and the dazzling skill of the animators' work. Backgrounds have the appearance of watercolors and the characters have a freshness and liveliness that is enchanting.
The two sisters and their ferocious alien pet are adorable in a way that very few recent cartoon characters have been. At a stage when many audiences are tiring of overly-rendered animations, this NURB-free tour-de-force is very welcome. I am not criticizing wonderful films like SHREK, TOY STORY or MONSTERS INC -- simply saying that a return to the freehand aesthetics of BAMBI (which LILO & STITCH in some measure offers) is a real treat.
We all know that computers are here to stay in the world of animation, but the Disney studios have made this animation look as though a highly skilled team of real, live artists hand-painted every cell. That makes for rare and delicious fruit.
If you haven't seen this film, please do yourself a favor and enjoy a special treat!