Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' is approaching $1 billion at the box office, showcasing the success of family films in a post-pandemic era. The film opened with strong earnings, totaling $182.7 million in North America and $361.3 million globally. Variety's Clayton Davis notes that hitting the billion-dollar mark has become rare but highlights the appeal of nostalgic properties. Cast member Sydney Agudong believes the film's family-centric focus resonates with audiences, encouraging them to cherish their own families while watching.
When you're looking at movies, especially post pandemic, post 2020, a billion dollars just doesn't really happen as much anymore. To see 'Lilo & Stitch' getting very, very close to that, it really just shows that people, families are willing to go out and see movies, especially if they are IP, familiar property and they feel they're guaranteed to have a good time.
You can remember the animated movie while you're watching the new reimagining of it and still feel that feeling that you felt when you first saw it back 20 years ago.
I think people will enjoy seeing families on screen and holding them tighter.
It's not always a given that you're going to hit the billion-dollar mark but when it does, it sure does feel good.
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