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EPISODE · Jul 8, 2025 · 13 MIN

Live action LILO and STITCH

from Sparrow's Under Review · host Jr Sparrow

In this episode, Jr and Stacey dive into the 2025 live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch—and for once, Disney gets it exactly right. With a perfect mix of heart, humor, cultural respect, and character-driven storytelling, this remake doesn’t just honor the original—it improves on it in all the right ways.From Maia Kealoha’s pitch-perfect portrayal of Lilo to Stitch’s expressive (and surprisingly believable) CGI, we break down what makes this adaptation the best live-action Disney film yet. We talk about why this one stands apart from other remakes, how it preserves the emotional and cultural depth of the original, and why it left such a lasting impression on both of us.In This Episode, We Discuss:    •    🌺 The standout performances, especially Lilo and Nani    •    👽 How Stitch actually works in live action    •    🏄‍♀️ The importance of cultural grounding and emotional honesty    •    🎬 Why this remake finally gets the tone of the original right    •    💡 What future Disney remakes can learn from this oneOur Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (10/10)This is the new gold standard for Disney remakes. Period.

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