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Why "Lilo And Stitch" Is One Of The Most Underrated Disney Movies

Ohana means family. Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten.

Anna Lemus
Sep 05, 2016
Auburn University
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Why "Lilo And Stitch" Is One Of The Most Underrated Disney Movies
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"Lilo and Stitch" came out fourteen years ago this past June. It was one of my favorite movies when I was little, and it still is now that I'm eighteen. I love most Disney movies, but this is one of my favorites because it addresses real life issues. "Lilo and Stitch" is very often overshadowed by other Disney movies, which is why it is so underrated. If you've never seen "Lilo and Stitch," I highly recommend you watch it before it is taken off of Netflix on September 9th.

1. Lilo low key addressed the severity of cannibalism.

"If I gave Pudge tuna, I'd be an abomination!"

2 The movie didn't revolve around Nani and David's relationship.

Most Disney movies focus on the main character (usually a princess) finding her prince, but "Lilo and Stitch" is different. Nani wasn't waiting for a prince (David) to come rescue her from her problems. She was a strong independent Hawaiian woman that did not need a man.

3. It reminded us of what family really means.

If you've never heard the quote "Ohana means family, and family means no one gets left behind or forgotten," you've either been living under a rock for the past 14 years, or you're lying. Sometimes your family may be annoying or may not be easy to get along with, but your family is supposed to be there for you no matter what.

4. The title literally means lost and put back together.

5. It didn't set unrealistic body expectations.

In the words of my best friend, "Nani's waistline was anatomically realistic." Also, Lilo isn't exactly the tallest Disney character. She is short and sassy, which is why I relate to her.

6. It focused on real life problems.

"Lilo and Stitch" focuses on problems that many people can relate to. Last time I checked, not many people can relate to having to save your sister because you froze her heart, or becoming human after being a mermaid all your life. However, people can relate to losing a job, having a parent (or both) die, or facing the possibility of having your child/sibling go to a foster home.

If you are ever unsure of what to watch on Netflix, I highly recommend "Lilo and Stitch"

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