Lilo and Stich showcased something that was missing from mainstream television. It showed that it was okay to be different and that not everyone is supposed to be the same. Here are just some ways they happened to do that.
1. All kinds of body types were displayed.
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Because not all kids look like Princess Elsa.
2. Nani put raising Lilo before anything else.
Nani was literally 19 when she had to start raising Lilo. Try to put that into perspective.
3. It showed how families come in all shapes and sizes.
Not all families have a mom and dad and that's okay. The important thing is that whoever your family might be, that they are there for you whenever you need them,
4.It also showed that not every family is wealthy.
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I've always wondered how every Disney family can afford these huge houses and still be able to make regular appearances.
5. You can be friends with whoever you want to be friends with.
Friends come in all forms. Some crazy, some funny and some just ridiculous, but they're still you're friends.
6. The show depicted kids how they really are... mean and not very empathetic.
It always baffles me how in movies/shows when bullies and the person who received said bullying somehow become friends in the end. Like, no. Get away from me.
7. The film/show displayed a different culture.
This country is called a melting pot for a reason.
8. It was a realistic show with realistic realities.
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Not every person lives to see another day.
9. Lilo was not your average child.
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Personally, i was not your "normal" everyday child and was good to see that I wasn't the only one.
10. Nani proves that she doesn't need a man to make her happy.
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David was cool and all, but we all knew that Nani had no problem taking care of herself.
11. Most importantly, it showcased a variety of role models.
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From a four-armed, blue-furred, alien with super strength to a scatter brained, mischievous little girl with a big heart. There was something for everybody.
As a little kid, I had very few role models to look up to, very few cultures to appreciate and very few people who looked like me. Lilo and Stitch gave me, as I hope for all young children, a feeling of belonging.
