Once again Disney has made a live-action remake of a beloved classic film, and once again their attempts to "update" the film for modern audiences has ruined the story altogether.
I have not seen the new movie, but to me a live action remake is a case of - WHY? I like the rounded cartoon style and story of the original movie. It is a wonderful story, that still makes me tear up a bit at the end, when Stitch- a creature created to be a weapon of destruction- has changed and desires a family above all else. Which is stated in the film's classic line, "Ohana means family, and family means no one gets left behind." But once again, Disney cannot help itself and ruins the one thing the original movie was about and has Nani doing what? Leaving family (Lilo) behind. Wow, way to go Disney.
Excellent critique. This seems to fit with the narrative of selfish parents who assure themselves and others that their kids just want them to be happy, even if this means abandoning their children and seeking love and meaning elsewhere.
It’s ironic that in trying to create stronger female characters, modern film studios have produced the flattest, most boring characters imaginable. Flaws are minimized and strengths are amplified, leading to implausible individuals who are less human and thus less interesting. Why is this so hard to let go?
I have not seen the new movie, but to me a live action remake is a case of - WHY? I like the rounded cartoon style and story of the original movie. It is a wonderful story, that still makes me tear up a bit at the end, when Stitch- a creature created to be a weapon of destruction- has changed and desires a family above all else. Which is stated in the film's classic line, "Ohana means family, and family means no one gets left behind." But once again, Disney cannot help itself and ruins the one thing the original movie was about and has Nani doing what? Leaving family (Lilo) behind. Wow, way to go Disney.
Excellent critique. This seems to fit with the narrative of selfish parents who assure themselves and others that their kids just want them to be happy, even if this means abandoning their children and seeking love and meaning elsewhere.
It’s ironic that in trying to create stronger female characters, modern film studios have produced the flattest, most boring characters imaginable. Flaws are minimized and strengths are amplified, leading to implausible individuals who are less human and thus less interesting. Why is this so hard to let go?