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The First Live-Action Moana Trailer Is Here, And Fans Of The Original Will Be Impressed

The live-action Moana looks incredible.

Cinemablend

Three Years After Black Adam, Dwayne Johnson Reflects On His Short DCEU Stint And How He Feels About the DCU

It went by so quickly.

Cinemablend

Dwayne Johnson gets 'emotional' performing traditional Samoan dance with family

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and his family members took part in a sacred Samoan dance in Hawaii.

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Why Disney's Next Big Sci-Fi Reboot Deleted A Controversial Character

'Tron: Ares' may be updating the tech-based sci-fi adventure, but one new technique didn't make the cut.

Inverse

How The Rock’s Role In The Live-Action Moana Remake Was Reportedly Going To Involve A.I. Before Plans Were Scrapped

Disney's idea to use A.I. in the Moana remake won't be happening after all.

Cinemablend

‘We do this to survive’: Harvesting opium poppies in Myanmar’s Shan State

Poppy cultivation and methamphetamine production has surged in Myanmar amid the country’s grinding civil war.

Al Jazeera

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson cast as dark guru in new thriller

WWE legend turned Hollywood star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has been cast in a sinister new role.

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How to unlock the Uncrafting Station in Disney Dreamlight Valley

Unlocking the Uncrafting Station in Disney Dreamlight Valley helps to free up more resources for crafting. Here's a quick and easy guide.

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Disney wins $100m copyright trial against animator over Moana plagiarism claims

Animator Buck Woodall claimed Disney copied elements of hit film from his decades-old screenplay

The Independent UK

Moana 2 sets sail for streaming as it gets a confirmed Disney+ release date

Moana 2 has finally got a streaming release date at Disney+.

TechRadar

Disney sued for $10billion in Moana 2 copyright claim

Bucky Woodall claims there are clear overlaps between Moana 2 and his screenplay

The Independent UK

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson hails Moana role 'life changing'

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has hailed ‘Moana’ as “life changing” for him because his character Maui has such a personal connection to him.

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Pride, joy and some questions: reactions to Moana 2 from across the Pacific

Some praised the representation of Pacific cultures while one activist labelled the depiction of demigod Maui character as ‘ridiculous’

The Guardian - AU

Moana 2 set to make history after massive box office opening

The film disappointed critics but is delighting audiences

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Dwayne Johnson used a bodysuit to 'bulk up' for Moana

Wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has admitted he used a special bodysuit to "bulk up" for his role in the live-action version of 'Moana' admitting the costume helped give him the right physique and saved time painting on the character's tattoos.

The Conversation

Moana 2: dazzling sequel redefines the Disney princess with strength, independence and leadership

Moana isn’t a typical Disney heroine, stating quite clearly in the latest instalment, Moana 2, that she is not a princess. Her friend Maui’s response – “Well, a lot of people think you are” – elicited knowing laughter from the audience when I saw the film. This shows just how…

The Conversation

Who really was Māui, the demigod portrayed in Moana? And did Disney get him right?

I enjoyed Disney’s 2016 film Moana. My relatives and I attended the Reo Māori release here in Aotearoa, in a packed theatre of Māori language supporters. Watching the film in our own language was emotional and powerful.

TechRadar

Moana 2 review: Disney's anticipated sequel is a real tearjerker, but I wish we'd seen more from my favorite character

Moana 2 is not the follow-up we expected and while it's not quite as brilliant as the first, it's still a lovely, heartwarming movie.

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How to watch Moana 2

You can watch Moana 2 right now, but how and where? We've got all the details you need to know right here.

The Times of India

'Moana 2' targets HUGE $235 million global debut; to wash out 'Frozen 2' Thanksgiving record

Moana and Maui are setting sail to dominate the box office this Thanksgiving weekend. 'Moana 2' is poised to dominate the ticket windows with current projections suggesting that the film will score a massive $235 million global debut.

The Independent UK

Moana 2 disappoints critics after rave reviews for first film

The new Disney sequel started life as a spin-off television series, and critics say it shows

The Guardian - UK

Moana 2 review – vacuum-packed Disney ocean adventure that will leave you cold

Auli’i Cravalho’s Polynesian princess embarks on a quest to save other islanders oppressed by evil god Nalo – but this frictionless sequel lacks genuine passion

Evening Standard

Moana 2 review: this delightful sequel makes a real splash

5/5 Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return in this beautifully animated sequel

WhatToWatch

Moana 2 review: An entertaining echo

Disney sequel falls short of the original

Total Film

Moana 2 review: Moana and Maui remain a dynamic duo, but the story is a stale rehash of familiar themes

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