Lilo and Stitch live-action remake

[FigmentsBrightIdeas]

The Wizard of Oz (Judy Garland version) and WICKED co-exist.

Why can't we have a great Hercules musical and a Hades Re-telling co-exist?

Never said they couldn’t. Btw, Wicked isn’t a retelling of Wizard of Oz. It’s a prequel story. Also, it’s by a different studio (Universal Pictures) than the original Wizard of Oz film (Warner Bros. is the current rights holder to the original film and that was produced originally by MGM. The Turner MGM rights purchase is why WB owns it), so it’s a bit of a different scenario than a studio making a shot for shot remake of their classic film. That and of course, the Oz stories by L. Frank Baum, anyone could make an adaptation of it if they have film rights to the books themselves. They just obviously can’t make total shot for shot remakes of the original film unless WB decided to, as they own the rights to the original film. (Which honestly is for the better). They ‘can’ make wholly new adaptations of the original L. Frank Baum book material though.

 

[FigmentsBrightIdeas]

Basically, what I’m saying is, it’s better for both the original film makers ‘and’ the creative industry as a whole. If, as opposed to the same studio making a shot for shot remake of their original films. It’s better to either make a prequel or sequel that utilize as much of the original filmmaking team as possible, and also let other studios make their own adaptations of the original L. Frank Baum Oz books since that’s free game if the Oz book rights owner or estate gives them the right to make their own adaptation of the books.

 

[LittleBuford]

Btw, Wicked isn’t a retelling of Wizard of Oz. It’s a prequel story.

The second half of Wicked, which overlaps in timeline with The Wizard of Oz, is absolutely a retelling (or rather alternative telling) of it.

 

[MisterPenguin]

 

[Disney Analyst]

David Hekili Kenui Bell, ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Live Action Actor, Dies

David Hekili Kenui Bell, an actor who appeared in the "Lilo & Stitch" live-action remake, has died.

variety.com

 

[Tha Realest]

The Russo Brothers and Disney Are Reportedly Experiencing "Creative Tensions" Over 'Hercules'

There is reportedly "creative tension" between the Russo Brothers and Disney about what direction to take the live-action Hercules remake.

mickeyblog.com

“Creative Tensions” - Russos apparently want to do more of a Maleficent type with Hades, Disney wants more faithful adaptation.

Umm…the future of the MCU is essentially entirely in the hands of these two and the public reception of the two Avengers films. They have a lot to prove given their directorial output since Endgame. They need to focus on the MCU and the MCU only.

 

[Disney Irish]

Umm…the future of the MCU is essentially entirely in the hands of these two and the public reception of the two Avengers films. They have a lot to prove given their directorial output since Endgame. They need to focus on the MCU and the MCU only.

I don't think there is much to worry about as it sounds like its not moving forward anytime soon, at least not until after Secret Wars is released. So their focus is purely on the MCU it would seem. Sure maybe they take a creative lunch meeting or two, but its not like its actually in development beyond "talks".

 

[FrontierSpirit]

We thought it was better then the animated version

 

[Phroobar]

We thought it was better then the animated version

Rewatch the animated version.

 

[Tony the Tigger]

We thought it was better then the animated version

Same. I watched the animated version for the first time after seeing the live action. I prefer the live action.

 

[Phroobar]

Same. I watched the animated version for the first time after seeing the live action. I prefer the live action.

Why?

 

[Disney Irish]

Why?

Why do some people prefer Coke over Pepsi, its their choice. Just like some people prefer CG animation over hand drawn, and many other various comparisons made over the years. Its all comes down to a personal choice.

Do they really need a reason?

 

[Phroobar]

Why do some people prefer Coke over Pepsi, its their choice. Just like some people prefer CG animation over hand drawn, and many other various comparisons made over the years. Its all comes down to a personal choice.

Do they really need a reason?

The question was for Tony not you.

 

[Disney Irish]

The question was for Tony not you.

And I'm sure the answer is still the same.

 

[Tony the Tigger]

Same. I watched the animated version for the first time after seeing the live action. I prefer the live action.

Why?

First, I’m just guessing, but I think people tend to like what they see first better(?)

As I’ve mentioned before, I had no interest in the animated version. I just thought well here’s a kid movie that came out and people like it, but I don’t care - just like I didn’t care about that whole Disney renaissance or whatever. I didn’t watch any of those films until much later, if at all.

The live action trailers reached me. There is a big difference between seeing a real little girl’s eyes and expressions vs. an animated little girl. As much as I enjoy Coco and it makes me cry, I’d bet a good young actor would make it more devastating and relatable.

Stitch himself felt more “real.” And I think he was actually cute. I never thought that about the animated version. In fact, I know a guy who used to make fun of another guy behind his back by saying he looked like Stitch!

As I mentioned before about which one you see first: after seeing the live action first, the animated seemed a little out of order. I expect the new one seems like that to people who saw the old one first.

 

[Phroobar]

First, I’m just guessing, but I think people tend to like what they see first better(?)

As I’ve mentioned before, I had no interest in the animated version. I just thought well here’s a kid movie that came out and people like it, but I don’t care - just like I didn’t care about that whole Disney renaissance or whatever. I didn’t watch any of those films until much later, if at all.

The live action trailers reached me. There is a big difference between seeing a real little girl’s eyes and expressions vs. an animated little girl. As much as I enjoy Coco and it makes me cry, I’d bet a good young actor would make it more devastating and relatable.

Stitch himself felt more “real.” And I think he was actually cute. I never thought that about the animated version. In fact, I know a guy who used to make fun of another guy behind his back by saying he looked like Stitch!

As I mentioned before about which one you see first: after seeing the live action first, the animated seemed a little out of order. I expect the new one seems like that to people who saw the old one first.

Thanks Tony! I value your opinion.

 

[CoastalElite64]

 

[MisterPenguin]

Box Office Milestone: ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Becomes First Title of 2025 to Cross $1 Billion Globally

The live-action blockbuster is the first Hollywood film to join the billion-dollar club since fellow Disney 2024 family pic 'Moana 2' over Thanksgiving in 2024.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

'Lilo & Stitch' Hits $1 Billion at Global Box Office | The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Studios’ live-action reimagining of Lilo & Stitch has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office, making it the first MPA title of 2025 to reach the milestone.

thewaltdisneycompany.com

 

[DisneyWarrior27]

Box Office Milestone: ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Becomes First Title of 2025 to Cross $1 Billion Globally

The live-action blockbuster is the first Hollywood film to join the billion-dollar club since fellow Disney 2024 family pic 'Moana 2' over Thanksgiving in 2024.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

'Lilo & Stitch' Hits $1 Billion at Global Box Office | The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Studios’ live-action reimagining of Lilo & Stitch has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office, making it the first MPA title of 2025 to reach the milestone.

thewaltdisneycompany.com

AWESOME!

Take that, WB.

No billion dollar movies for you this year.

Hehehe.

You hear that?

Disney rules and WB drools.

Hoo hoo hoo!

YES!