“It’s all based on Chris Sanders’ original artistic style [who directed the animated original with Dean DeBlois and returns to voice Stitch],” said Fleischer Camp, who comes from a drawing and painting background. “That movie, I think more than any Disney movie, is a representation of one artist’s lens on the universe.”

The Lilo & Stitch live-action remake has clearly struck a chord with the audience. The movie has been a massive blockbuster hit and, while many are praising the movie for having the same powerful emotional punch as the original, there have been some criticisms of the way the remake has changed the story.

The film was originally aimed for Disney+. But it was rerouted to a theatrical release and is on a pace for at least $950 million in ticket sales.

Lilo and Stitch' director Dean Fleischer Camp discusses box office successes and why shooting Stitch's death was a stand out moment.

Disney’s record-breaking, live-action remake “Lilo & Stitch” was filmed on the island of Oahu, and one of Hawaii ’s iconic resorts took center stage in the hit movie, playing a big role in key scenes. It’s where Lilo and Stitch lounge by the pool and where the aliens Jumba and Pleakley stay while formulating their plans to capture Stitch.

“Lilo & Stitch” walked a fine line in terms of changes made to the live-action flick. Many of the modifications, such as the new ending, upset fans, per The Hollywood Reporter. But the film stayed faithful enough to the original to keep out of controversial territory.

Lilo & Stich” topped the domestic box office charts for a third weekend. Studio estimates say that the film added $32.5 million from theaters in the U.S. and Canada.

Chaos, heart, and humor collide as Stitch returns in a brand-new live-action adventure! More than two decades after stealing hearts, the mischievous alien and Lilo are back to charm old fans and captivate new ones.