Moana 2 – Budget of $150 million – 1 hour and 40 minutes
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Moana has taken to her Wayfinder roots. She travels to other islands to find people. Moana climbs the tallest mountain, blows her horn, and waits for a response. However, she hears nothing. Moana is determined to find other people. She travels home with Heihei and Pua and finds the loving arms of her family. Moana’s parents, Tui and Sina, wait patiently for Moana while her little sister, Simea, runs to her. The village celebrates her return and asks for updates.
Moana takes Simea to the caverns and tells Simea the story about their ancestors – the Wayfinders. Tautai Vasa took his crew to Motufetu Island. But the god Nalo caused a storm that destroyed their canoe. Tautai Vasa and his crew never returned. Moana and Simea leave the cavern, and Tui pulls Moana aside. She is the first Wayfinder in generations, and he wants her to accept the title Tautai. Moana humbly takes the title in a ritual. During the ritual, Moana sees Vasa’s last mission. Today, the ancestors want Moana to find Motufetu because it connects people worldwide. Moana wakes and tells her tribe.
Moana prepares to leave, but Sina thinks Moana needs a crew, and Heihei isn’t enough. Moana chooses Loto, Kela, and Moni. Loto is an erratic but intelligent canoe engineer. Kela is a farmer, and Moana knows they can’t survive on fish alone. Moni is the tribe’s historian. He will be able to give a first-hand account of this legend. Moana approaches Moni’s tapestry of Maui and whispers for Maui to join her. However, Maui doesn’t respond. Moana, Loto, Kela, Moni, Heihei, and Pua travel to find the lost island of Motufetu.
Goddess Matangi holds Maui captive in a secret location. Her boss, God Nalo, is furious with Maui. Maui helped Moana, and she became Wayfinder. Nalo knows humans can reunite the people and end his control over the land. A united world would dismantle Nalo’s power. Maui tells Matangi that Moana isn’t Nalo’s problem. Matangi tells Maui that it’s too late. Nalo will end Moana before her feet touch Motufetu soil. Maui and his tattoo must free themselves and warn Moana to stay away from Motufeto before Matangi and Nalo end the lives of her and her crew.
This sequel expands the island and world of Moana. Moana has friends who help her prepare for her missions. She isn’t a teenager running from an island to find more. Moana is a proud chief and Wayfinder. She leaves home but returns with information and tales. She loves her community and wants the world to know about it. Over the years, Maui and Moana haven’t seen each other, But viewers feel that Maui has kept a watchful eye over her. It’s best to watch the first movie before seeing the second (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). The script mentions what happened in the past but doesn’t go into great detail. So, you may lose a few inside jokes. The story and songs captivate like the first film. This movie is no better and no worse than its predecessor. The graphics express the growth of the Disney animation team. The entire theater will light up with their artwork. You will enjoy this film if the first was a delight. Children will love the movie. It takes them on a new adventure, focusing on problem-solving, teamwork, and fun. And no, Moana doesn’t get a love interest in this film. However, she has a beautiful moment of growth. This film has one mid-credit scene, but it’s unnecessary to see it in 3D.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars
Perfection’s a myth – Loto
You look like a kidney stone – Kele
Where’s Moana – Maui
No, we are just getting started – Nalo
Get ready for some first-hand accounts people – Moni
I will always be beside you – Tala
Heihei, how? – Moana
I’m coming with you – Simea
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