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· Ryan General
Did the ‘Lilo & Stitch’ remake forget what ‘ohana’ means?
Disney’s 2025 live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch” has sparked backlash for altering the original film’s ending, with critics arguing it undermines the story’s core message of family. Spoiler alert: This story contains major plot details from the ending of the “Lilo & Stitch”…
· Ryan General
Disney’s ‘Lilo & Stitch’ live-action teaser drops
Disney released the first official teaser for its live-action “Lilo & Stitch” film on Nov. 26, offering a glimpse of the mischievous alien Stitch causing chaos on a Hawaiian beach. The 30-second clip uploaded on social media showcases Stitch, voiced again by Chris Sanders,…
· Bryan Ke
White House celebrates belated Filipino American History Month
After delays due to national and international events, the White House last week finally held a celebration for Filipino American History Month (FAHM), bringing community members together in honor of their heritage. About the event: The belated celebration was reportedly held in…
· Daniel Anderson
Jason Scott Lee confirms cameo role in ‘Lilo and Stitch’ live-action remake
Jason Scott Lee, who voiced David Kawena in the 2002 animated “Lilo and Stitch” film, has confirmed his involvement in the upcoming live-action remake. The announcement: During an appearance on the “Kyle Meredith With…” podcast, Lee revealed that he will make an appearance as…
· Isa Peralta
Chris Sanders nears return as voice of Stitch for ‘Lilo and Stitch’ live-action remake
Fans of Disney’s animated film “Lilo and Stitch” might see the return of some familiar voices in the movie’s upcoming live-action remake. On Friday, the Hollywood Reporter reported that Chris Sanders, who was the original voice of Stitch in the hit 2002 film, is in final talks…
· Bryan Ke
‘Lilo and Stitch’ live-action remake accused of whitewashing Nani Pelekai
Disney has been facing heavy criticism due to its recent casting choice for Nani Pelekai, Lilo’s older sister and legal guardian, for the live-action remake of “Lilo and Stitch.” News of the casting was confirmed on Thursday when The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Sydney…
· Daniel Anderson
‘Lilo and Stitch’ casts newcomer Kahiau Machado as Nani’s love interest David
Disney’s live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch” has found its David Kawena in up-and-coming actor Kahiau Machado, who will play the love interest of Lilo’s older sister Nani. The upcoming film has already cast Sydney Elizabeth Agudong as Nani and Maia Kealoha as Lilo. Zach…
· Daniel Anderson
Sydney Agudong cast as Nani in live-action ‘Lilo and Stitch’ remake
Disney has cast Sydney Elizabeth Agudong as Lilo’s older sister and legal guardian, Nani, for the upcoming live-action remake of “Lilo and Stitch.” Agudong, 22, was born in Kaua’i, Hawaii, and has previously acted in the CBS series “NCIS” and the films “Infamously in Love” and…
· Daniel Anderson
Disney finds their Lilo for upcoming ‘Lilo & Stitch’ live-action remake
Disney has reportedly found its leading lady for the upcoming live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch.” Newcomer Maia Kealoha has been cast as Lilo after a months-long search, Knight Edge Media reported. Kealoha has yet to star in any big onscreen projects, but she has reportedly…
· Bryan Ke
Disney still searching for actor to play Lilo in upcoming live-action ‘Lilo and Stitch’
Walt Disney Studios is still searching for a young actor to play Lilo in its upcoming live-action adaptation of “Lilo and Stitch.” According to a casting call first shared in November 2022, Disney is looking for a “precocious Native Hawaiian girl who loves hula, surfing and…
· Rebecca Moon
‘Lilo and Stitch’ co-director says his film prioritized themes of sisterhood long before ‘Frozen’
A co-director of the 2002 Disney film “Lilo and Stitch” recalled feeling “frustrated” when “Frozen” was referred to as the first Disney film to prioritize sisterhood over romance. On the 20th anniversary of “Lilo and Stitch,” Chris Sanders wanted to remind viewers that his film…
· Carl Samson
Jon M. Chu Tapped to Direct Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Movie
Jon M. Chu is reportedly in talks to direct a live-action remake of Disney’s 2002 film “Lilo & Stitch.” The 41-year-old, known for helming “Crazy Rich Asians,” is already with the studio for the series “Willow” on Disney Plus, serving as director and executive producer.