Moana [1] [2] is the main protagonist of Moana Franchise. Born on the island village of Motunui, Moana is the eldest daughter of Tui and Sina, granddaughter of Tala, and the older sister of Simea, with an inherited love for the ocean and voyaging.
Set in ancient Polynesia, the film follows Moana, the strong-willed daughter of a village chief, who is chosen by the ocean to restore a mystical relic to the goddess Te Fiti. When a blight threatens her island, she sets sail in search of Maui, a legendary demigod, in hopes of saving her people.
From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes “Moana,” a sweeping, CG-animated feature film about an adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana is about an adventurous teenager who, with help from demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne Johnson) sails out on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and save her people.
Reviewers say 'Moana' follows familiar Disney themes with a young protagonist on a self-discovery journey, vibrant animation, and memorable songs. It features a strong female lead, Polynesian culture, and mythology, including a demigod sidekick and animal companions.
From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes Moana, an epic adventure about a spirited teen who sets sail on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and fulfill her ancestors’ unfinished quest.
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The ocean is calling. 🌊 Check out the official trailer for the live-action reimagining of "Moana," starring Catherine Lagaʻaia and Dwayne Johnson! Experience the magic, the music and the ...