Disney adaptation hits Brazilian theaters on Thursday and promises a reunion with the story originally released in 2002
One of the greatest successes of Disney, Lilo & Stitch has just won a new version. The live-action of the film originally released in 2002 arrives on Thursday, 22, to theaters in Brazil. Next, check out everything you need to know before watching one of the most anticipated movies in the year.
What is the story of Lilo & Stitch
Lilo & Stitch It tells the story of friendship between a young human girl and a dangerous fugitive alien similar to a dog. Stitchwhich is actually called the 626 experiment, is adopted by Lylla little girl from Hawaii. The bustling way of the girl combines perfectly with the chaotic energy of the monster and together they discover the true meaning of being a family.
However, Stitch It is being hunted by the aliens of the United Galactic Federation. The unusual friendship between the two causes a series of confusion and problems that involve intergalactic order, the sister of Lyll, Naniand the crazy scientist who created the 626 experiment.
What are the differences between live action and the original movie?
The live action of Lilo & Stitch It presents basically the same plot as the original movie. However, the director Dean Fleischer Camp He made a point of emphasizing that some elements designed for an animation make no sense in a different format. Therefore, some important adjustments had to be made in adaptation.
In an interview with Entertainment Weeklyhe stated that more cartoonish scenes starring Stitchas great moments of destruction, they were modified to sound more credible. “If a live-action character begins to destroy everything, suddenly looks like a horror movie, not a comedy,” he explained.
Another change is in the relationship between Lyll and Naniwhich was emotionally deepened. “I found it important to portray with realism the bond between the sisters, especially in the dramatic moments that involve social services,” said the director. The new approach promises to offer more nuance to the central family conflict of the film.
In addition, the aliens Jumba and Pleakleywho in the animation disguised themselves with comic clothes, now appear directly in human costumes. Second Campthe choice had aesthetic and practical motivation: “We are always trying to balance emotional authenticity with the limitations of the real world and the budget.”
Who are the actors of Lilo & Stitch?
In the new version, Lyll It is lived by Maia Kealhaan 11 -year -old Hawaiian who makes her debut as an actress on paper. Before being climbing, Kealhaha It was known to participate in Hula competitions in the country.
Already Stitch It was made from computer -generated images and dubbed by Chris Sanderswhich also gave voice to the monster in the original production. Sanders also acted as co-director of the 2002 film and has a long career in Disneywith works in Mulan and How to train your dragon.
Other prominent actors are Sydney Agudongwho lives Nani; Billy Magnussen as Pleakley; and ZACH GALIFIANAKIS as Dr. Jumba Jookiba. The cast also has names like Amy Hill, Kaipo Dudoit, Courtney B. Vance, Aunt Carrere and Hannah Waddingham.
The live action of Lilo & Stitch Will you have a sequel?
Live-action has just hit theaters, but the most passionate fans of Lilo & Stitch They know that the original movie has yielded sequences and spin-offs. It is still too early to say that the same will happen to the new version, but the co-president of the Disney Entertainment, Alan Bergmanresponsible for the management of the producer, revealed a look at this possibility “it seems that it will work very well, and it is the kind of valuable franchise for the studio,” he said.
With projections indicating another $ 150 million in the box office only in the debut in the United States and Canada, the success of the film can ensure that the story continues in a few years.
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