The Cornell Daily Sun

Moana: Gorgeous Animation, Expansive Mythology and a Captivating Culture

I had a friend the other day say when I like a movie, my metric ranges from “good” to “coma-inducing.” Well let’s just say Disney’s Moana made it hard for me to wake up in time to write this review.
nerdist

MOANA 2’s Filmmakers Talk Expanding the Magic and Adventure of the First Film

Eight years ago, Walt Disney Animation Studios released Moana, The story of a young Polynesian girl whom the ocean itself chose to embark on a dangerous adventure. Moana had to return the lost heart ...
Detroit Free Press

As head of animation for 'Moana 2,' Royal Oak native says 'nothing can stop' the brave character

When Amy Smeed landed a key job on "Moana 2," it wasn't just another assignment. It was a reunion with one of her favorite heroines from her numerous Disney projects. “We work so hard on these films, ...
MyJoyOnline

Moana: Disney’s hit animation to get surprise cinema sequel this year

Moana is sailing back to cinemas after Disney's surprise announcement that a film sequel will be released this year. The story of an adventurous Polynesian girl who sets sail on a mission to save her ...
Cinema Blend

After Watching The First 30 Minutes Of Moana 2 At Walt Disney Animation Studios, I Have Changed My Mind About The Sequel In 3 Big Ways

The First Live-Action Moana Trailer Is Here, And Fans Of The Original Will Be Impressed The Internet Has Not Been Holding Back After Disney Dropped The First Footage Of Moana's Live-Action Remake ...