Hawaii, Kapolei , Lanikūhonua Cultural Institute, November 21 2024
On November 21, 2024, the Lanikūhonua Cultural Institute in Kapolei, Hawaii, hosted the world premiere of Disney Animation's Moana 2, a sequel that continues the journey of the beloved Polynesian heroine. The event was a vibrant celebration of Pacific Islander heritage, featuring performances by Tiana Nonosina Liufau, Kayla Faʻamaligi, and other Polynesian creatives, honoring the cultures and traditions that inspired the Moana narrative.
Auli'i Cravalho, reprising her role as Moana, expressed her excitement about the character's evolution, stating that Moana has transformed into a master navigator since the original film. Dwayne Johnson, returning as the demigod Maui, shared the personal significance of his character, noting that Maui was largely inspired by his grandfather, making the role deeply meaningful to him.
Moana 2, directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, is set to release in theaters worldwide on November 27, 2024. The film follows Moana as she receives a call from her ancestors to break a curse and reconnect the people of various islands. She embarks on a new voyage, forming her own crew and reuniting with Maui to navigate the far seas of Oceania.
The voice cast includes Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Nicole Scherzinger, Hualālai Chung, David Fane, Rose Matafeo, Awhimai Fraser, Gerald Ramsey, and Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, who voices Moana's younger sister, Simea. The film's music features contributions from Grammy winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa‘i, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
The premiere was marked by performances from Hawaiian dancers adorned with leis and waving Hawaiian flags, emphasizing the film's cultural roots. The anticipation for Moana 2 is high, especially following the success of Disney's Inside Out 2, which surpassed $1 billion at the global box office earlier in 2024. The original Moana also achieved significant success, topping the 2016 Thanksgiving box office with $81.1 million over the five-day holiday period.
Moana 2 promises to be a visually stunning continuation of Moana's story, blending humor, new characters, and richly layered cultural elements. Initially planned as a streaming series for Disney+, the project evolved into a full-length theatrical release, allowing the filmmakers to amplify both the scale and emotional depth of Moana's journey.
The film introduces new characters, including Moana's sister, voiced by Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, and features a core crew with voices like Rose Matafeo, David Fane, and Hualālai Chung, bringing fresh perspectives and camaraderie to the adventure. Temuera Morrison and Nicole Scherzinger reprise their roles as Moana's parents, providing support and wisdom that anchor Moana's connection to her past and future.
The antagonists in Moana 2 add depth to the sequel's conflict, with new and returning foes testing Moana's resolve and growth. The film introduces the powerful underworld goddess Matangi, who becomes a formidable obstacle as Moana and her crew navigate through dangerous waters, injecting darker themes and a high-stakes atmosphere into the story.
Produced at Disney's Vancouver studio, Moana 2 marks a historic milestone as Disney leverages global resources to create a seamless blend of artistic traditions. The team developed advanced techniques to bring the vast Pacific seascapes to life with breathtaking detail. Notably, the film uses hand-drawn animation for Maui's tattoos, a tribute to traditional Polynesian art, combining CGI and hand-drawn animation to add layers of authenticity.
Synopsis :
After receiving an unexpected invitation from her ancestors, Moana embarks on a journey that will take her to the dangerous waters at the edge of the Pacific island seas. There, she'll experience adventures the likes of which she's never seen before.
Moana 2
Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller
Screenplay by Jared Bush, Dana Ledoux Miller
Produced by Christina Chen, Yvett Merino
Starring Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Temuera Morrison, Nicole Scherzinger, Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, Rose Matafeo, David Fane, Hualālai Chung, Rachel House, Awhimai Fraser, Gerald Ramsey, Alan Tudyk, Cerise Calixte, Anthony Kavanagh, Mareva Galanter
Music by Mark Mancina (score and songs), Opetaia Foaʻi (score and songs), Abigail Barlow (songs), Emily Bear (songs)
Production company : Walt Disney Animation Studios
Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (United States), The Walt Disney Company France (France)
Release date : November 27, 2024 (United States, France)
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