I mean think about it: it has a similar style of animation, had a remarkably lower budget than the movies which preceeded it, it actually made a fair amount of money after a string of disappointing outcomes. Even though I think that either critics or audiences or both were a little too harsh on certain Disney movies of the 00's, I can certainly see why Lilo & Stitch reigns supreme as the best of the second dark age of Disney. It all comes down to one simple thing: the story. Lilo & Stitch takes up great themes of family and responsibility. The relationship between Nani and Lilo is so real and touching. Spicing it up with an alien coming to Earth was an odd choice, but Stitch is both cute, entertaining and serves a purpose. A big one actually. I'd say that that is both a blessing and a curse, because it gives the movie a feel of wanting to be two movies at the same time. It is not as distracting as, let's say, Meeko and Percy in Pocahontas or the gargoyls in Hunchback of Notre Dame, but Stitch steals the show and I first discovered the real heart of the movie when I watched it again as an adult. No hate, just a note. But it makes the movie unique in its own way and therfor it does not affect my rating.I love the characters! No one is dragging the movie down. They're all likable and entertaining, but Nani and Lilo are the emotional center of the movie. David Ogden Stiers' performance as Jumba is my favorite along with Chris Sanders as Stitch and Daveigh Chase as Lilo. They have the funniest lines and bounce off of their surroundings perfectly. If you haven't watched Lilo & Stitch since your child I highly recommend that you do it, because a beautiful story like this is perhaps even better for adults .

This is an amazing family film for many reasons and a great example of a movie that is enjoyable for the whole family. the movies main focus is on family and accepting new members into the family and losing the old. The directing of the movie is also pretty good take the beginning for example it starts with a close up at a low angle to show the power of the galactic chancellor then goes to a wide shot of the room to show the reach of the federation, the enemy stitch must confront, His escape then shows how he is a representation of chaos that is totally unstoppable, even picking the red police cruiser and wearing a red prison suit helps the representation since the color red is associated with violence. This is until he lands on hawaii and meets lilo. When stitch finds out he is trapped on the island his purpose and identity are destroyed in the process since he has always been unstoppable until this point where he has to question who he is and what to do now. Where as lilo who recently lost her parents is isolated from everyone else and hoping for a friend when she meets stitch. She tries to educate him and believes he is good despite the fact he uses her as a shield. Both of them are social outcast lilo having lost her family and stitch being a monster on the run. stitch enters the family like an adopted child and becomes a brother to lilo and the start to form a familial relationship. When gantu tries to abduct stitch but accidentally takes lilo, stitch is the one who gathers jumba and plekle to help and save the only family he has. The story for the movie has a certain depth that any good movie needs and is relatable to anyone to see. The movie has no real striking flaws that can make me dislike it and seeing it again after many years has been an unexpected treat.

Lilo and Stitch (2002) is comedic family film filled with irony. The story consists of a genetically engineered alien, Stitch voiced by Chris Sanders, landing on earth and using a dysfunctional family, Lilo voiced by Daveigh Chase and Nani voiced by Tia Carrere, threatened to be separated by Child Protection Services as a cover. The irony exist in how similar Lilo and Stitch truly are. Lilo is somewhat an outcast, unruly and undisciplined much like Stitch who is also destructive.Chris Sanders, creator of "The Lion King" and Dean DeBlois, co-creator of "Mulan," maintain their fine ability to match musical tracks and scores with the location and feel of the film. The opening song, He Mele No Lilo performed by Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu, effectively placed my mind in Hawaii. Elvis,' Heartbreak hotel captures the essence of Lilo's mood after her episode at the dance academy. The music portrayed in this film was perfect.The animation was consistent with animated films of its time, but the vibrant water colors made the movie pop. The film had equal parts of child comedy and adult comedy making it fun for all. When agent Pleakly, voiced by Kevin McDonald, generalized the human race as not intellectually apt, I found it hilarious especially at the end. Mr. Bubbles, voiced by Ving Rhames, is ironically named because he is far from bubbly. Overall this film is a class act for all.

Sweet, funny movie, ideal for all ages.The story of a rather malevolent mutant alien that is banished from his planet. He then accidentally lands on Earth and befriended by a little girl who thinks he is a dog. Hijinks ensue, especially as his home planet has sent some people to recapture him.From the outset the movie is engaging and funny. Ends up making some good points re belonging, family and how people can change for the good. Meant for kids but has enough humour and emotion for adults to enjoy it too. Good voice casting, with the known names being Tia Carrere, Ving Rames and David Ogden Stiers. Daveigh Chase and and Chris Sanders do well as Lilo and Stitch, respectively.