Lilo and Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch

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Common Sense Media says

More of the same, sweet and fun for kids.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this film contains a few scenes of fighting and mild violence, and that Stitch, when in the throes of his Glitch, may be frightening to young children. There is also a scene in which a character dies and comes back to life, which may be upsetting or confusing to some children.


What's the story?

Lilo, the seven-year-old who worships Elvis Presley, and Stitch, her alien best friend who everyone seems to think is a dog, are preparing for the big hula competition. But Stitch starts to have strange dreams, and then fits of bad behavior that become quite destructive, and rather frightening. It turns out that his molecules weren't fully charged when Dr. Jumba created him, and now his circuits are going haywire. If he doesn't get into the special chamber Jumba creates out of various household appliances, he'll die.


Is it any good?

 

LILO AND STITCH 2: STITCH HAS A GLITCH has the charm and humor of the original, thanks to a good script, excellent animation and fine work by the actors. Given that this is a Disney film, it's pretty clear how things will turn out, but there are some bumps in the road that are quite moving, and may be upsetting for young children. There are also some very funny moments, especially when Lilo and Stitch are trying to come up with a theme for their hula – Vampire bats! Recycling! But with a little help from the guiding spirit of Elvis, they find their story.

This is a lovely tale of friendship and family, with some refreshingly realistic scenes of less than perfect life at home with kids, aliens, and boyfriends all adding to the chaos. It's great family viewing, reminding us of the sometimes crazy bonds that hold us together.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about Lilo and Stitch's friendship and how the stress of Stitch's problems causes problems for them. Also, how do Lilo's memories of her mother affect her? What's it like when you really want to be good but find yourself being bad instead? How does Stitch react when this happens to him?


This review was written by Sarah Wenk
Parent of 19 year old
September 26, 2009
 
a good kid friendly movie
some vilonce but not to much.

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Teen, 16 years old
May 25, 2009
 
My review
This movie was just as good as the first but there are scenes of violance where Stitch has a glitch and destroys stuff, and of where Jumba is dragged off to a jail while Stitch is still being made. Murtal is a little girl who ubjects Lilo cause shes diffrent, she is not a good role model for younger kids. And the worst part is not that bad but may upset younger and more sensitive viewers, Stitch is flying a plane ready to leave Lilo, and crashes he is hurt, and he says his final goodbyes and dies. But he comes back to life in a matter of minutes.

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Teen, 15 years old
September 19, 2010
 
It never fails to make me cry..
This movie was pretty sad actually. And I was a little sad seeing that they moved to a new house.. Stitch is still a sweet loveable fluffball, though when he has glitches, he distroys everything without control, and it angered me that Lilo got mad at him without letting him explain (I hate when that happens) Lilo and Stitch constantly fight throughout the movie, which got me a little stressed knowing Stitch's secret and Lilo and Stitch both have no clue. It was a little heart straining when I saw Jumba being dragged away before Stitch was fully finished. The end makes me cry everytime, really emptional. I love the movie, but it just really depressed me.. more emotional then most of the other movies.

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Teen, 15 years old
April 9, 2008
 
A must see movie for every kid!
This movie was very good. It showed friendship and good citizenship. Kids will enjoy this action movie and the drama. Movies like this are fun and very attractive. Common sense talls me that this movie was a fun-packed adventure for all sges!

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Kids respond to anti social behavior
Lilo and Stich is a very cute and funny show. I enjoy watching with my 5 year old twin boys. I have noticed how ever that they are paticularly amused at some of Stich's bad habits and anti social behavior displayed on the show. They espically enjoy when Stich puts his tongue up his nose and licks his own boogers. Also when they are role playing I over hear them repeating comments made on the show, calling Gantu "a big dummy" and things of that nature. Just something to think about.

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Teen, 14 years old
November 26, 2009
 
Good
Just as good as the first. But there is a couple of sences where Stitch scratches Lilo in the face. (the first being just a nightmare of Stitch's but the second one being real)

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
i laughed
my daughter & son watch this show alot.

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Kid, 13 years old
February 10, 2011
 
Booo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Dakota Fanning shines, just as great as the original
Sexual Content (Not an Issue): None. Violence (Pause): Some scary scenes with very little blood. Language (Not an Issue): None. Social Behavior (On): Friendship is a major theme of the movie. Commercialism (Not an Issue): None. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco (Not an Issue): None.

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Kid, 11 years old
May 5, 2012
 
Lilo & Stitch, Stitch has a glitch.
I am 11 watching this film and i still love it, my two little sisters aged 5 and 7 love it too. This movie is high ratings for me and family. :)

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This review was written by Sarah Wenk
Topics:adventures, friendship, space and aliens
Studio:Walt Disney Pictures
Director:Michael LaBash
Cast:Dakota Fanning, David Ogden Stiers, Tia Carrere
Genre:Family and Kids
Run time:72 minutes
Theatrical release date:August 30, 2005
DVD release date:August 30, 2005
MPAA rating:PG
MPAA explanation:mild fights and action.

This review was written by Sarah Wenk
 

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