Go on a Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride as we explore the history of the 2002 Disney animated film "Lilo and Stitch." Melanie shares stories and insights about the making of this unique movie, which started out as a children's book pitch and became one of Walt Disney Animation's biggest surprise hits. Jessica talks about the film's three (!) premieres, gives a dramatic reading of Roger Ebert's review, and reveals the places you can find Stitch in Disney's theme parks worldwide. There's so much to discuss when it comes to one of our all-time favorite Disney movies, and we invite you to join our podcast Ohana and check out this episode, just in time for 626 Day!

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SOURCES for the episode:

https://www.boxofficemojo.com/release/rl3898508801/

https://thedisinsider.com/2021/05/29/upcoming-disney-live-action-remakes-adaptations/

https://www.ign.com/articles/2002/06/19/a-look-inside-the-creation-of-lilo-and-stitch

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0275847/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/attractions/2018/10/10/leaked-images-reportedly-show-dismantled-animatronics-from-stitch-s-great-escape-

https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/lilo-and-stitch-2002

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilo_%26_Stitch

“The Enchanted Tiki Room: Stitch Presents Aloha E Komo Mai at Tokyo Disneyland”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIxe_85hNSg

“How 9/11 changed Disney’s Lilo & Stitch”
https://youtu.be/F2uJvwiSZAQ

“Lilo & Stitch Intro/Theme [HQ]”
https://youtu.be/WREobnmYO4M

“The Story Room: The Making of Lilo and Stitch (Full Documentary)”
https://youtu.be/4YKrFytA4Zg

”Yesterworld: The Tragic Fate of Stitch’s Great Escape - Disney’s Most Divisive Attraction"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6wB6r9LBwo