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Moana 2

  • 2024
  • PG
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
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Dwayne Johnson, Alan Tudyk, Maui, Moana, and Auli'i Cravalho in Moana 2 (2024)
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced.
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After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ev... Read allAfter receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.

  • Directors
    • David G. Derrick Jr.
    • Jason Hand
    • Dana Ledoux Miller
  • Writers
    • Jared Bush
    • Dana Ledoux Miller
    • Bek Smith
  • Stars
    • Auli'i Cravalho
    • Dwayne Johnson
    • Hualalai Chung
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    113K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    438
    80
    • Directors
      • David G. Derrick Jr.
      • Jason Hand
      • Dana Ledoux Miller
    • Writers
      • Jared Bush
      • Dana Ledoux Miller
      • Bek Smith
    • Stars
      • Auli'i Cravalho
      • Dwayne Johnson
      • Hualalai Chung
    • 482User reviews
    • 180Critic reviews
    • 58Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 29 nominations total

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    Auli'i Cravalho
    Auli'i Cravalho
    • Moana
    • (voice)
    Dwayne Johnson
    Dwayne Johnson
    • Maui
    • (voice)
    Hualalai Chung
    Hualalai Chung
    • Moni
    • (voice)
    • (as Hualālai Chung)
    Rose Matafeo
    Rose Matafeo
    • Loto
    • (voice)
    David Fane
    David Fane
    • Kele
    • (voice)
    Awhimai Fraser
    Awhimai Fraser
    • Matangi
    • (voice)
    Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda
    Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda
    • Simea
    • (voice)
    Temuera Morrison
    Temuera Morrison
    • Chief Tui
    • (voice)
    Nicole Scherzinger
    Nicole Scherzinger
    • Sina
    • (voice)
    Rachel House
    Rachel House
    • Gramma Tala
    • (voice)
    Gerald Faitala Ramsey
    • Tautai Vasa
    • (voice)
    Alan Tudyk
    Alan Tudyk
    • Heihei
    • (voice)
    Jemaine Clement
    Jemaine Clement
    • Tamatoa
    • (voice)
    Tofiga Fepulea'i
    Tofiga Fepulea'i
    • Nalo
    • (voice)
    Jasmine Johnson
    • Moanabe
    • (voice)
    Tiana Johnson
    • Moanabe
    • (voice)
    Ata Johnson
    Ata Johnson
    • Villager
    • (voice)
    • (as Ata Maivia Johnson)
    Bryson Chun
    Bryson Chun
    • Additional Voice
    • (voice)
    • Directors
      • David G. Derrick Jr.
      • Jason Hand
      • Dana Ledoux Miller
    • Writers
      • Jared Bush
      • Dana Ledoux Miller
      • Bek Smith
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    Reviewers say 'Moana 2' continues Moana's journey with stunning visuals and vibrant animation, exploring themes of leadership and cultural heritage. While praised for its humor and charming performances, the sequel is criticized for its predictable story and underdeveloped characters. Many feel it lacks the emotional depth and memorable music of the original, though it sets up potential for future installments.
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    6alexandriatouesnard

    Visually Inspired but over all formulaic

    Visually, the movie was super beautiful with stunning animations to rival the previous movie. There are lots of funny call backs, and fun new characters, but the story is very formulaic. It's the same movie again with more bells and whistles and worse music. The music is a major let down. The fact they didn't have Lin Manuel Miranda really showed in the music. You're welcome was written perfectly for Dwayne Johnson but this time around, his lack of singing skills really show.

    I think kids will love this movie, with the cute characters and fun call backs. All the new characters open up more merchandising opportunities of course.

    Frozen 1 and 2 were so uniquely different yet such strong movies all around, but I find Moana 2 is just a repeat of the same story. I had higher hopes!
    7kjproulx

    Enjoyable, but Lacking the Magic of the First

    The original Moana was a film that surprised me. I thought it was great. It was brimming with heart, humour, and unforgettable songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The performances, especially from Dwayne Johnson as Maui and Auli i Cravalho as Moana, brought the characters to life in a way that felt fresh. Naturally, I was eager to see how a sequel would expand on the magic of the first movie. However, Moana 2, while enjoyable, doesn't quite recapture the same magic that made the original such a standout to me.

    One of the biggest differences is in the music. With Miranda not returning to compose the songs, the sequel lacks the same level of musical brilliance. The new songs are decent and serviceable, but they don't have the catchy, emotionally resonant quality that made tracks like "How Far I'll Go" unforgettable. While the tunes in Moana 2 are pleasant, they fail to leave a lasting impression, making the musical aspect of the film feel less integral to the overall experience.

    The story, too, feels like a weaker reflection of the original. Without delving into spoilers, the plot revisits themes and beats that feel overly familiar, which might leave fans unsatisfied. That said, the ending provides a heartfelt resolution that ties everything together in a satisfying way. Despite losing momentum in the middle, the final act does a great job of recapturing the story's emotional core, leaving me curious about what future adventures could look like.

    Visually, Moana 2 is a feast for the eyes. The animation remains top-tier, with solid visuals of the ocean, lush islands, and intricate details that make the world feel vibrant and alive. While the sequel doesn't quite reach the heights of the original in terms of story or music, it's still an enjoyable watch. For fans of the first film, it's worth checking out, even if it doesn't fully live up to its predecessor.
    thereelauthority

    It Didn't Go Far

    "Moana 2" has to be one of the most unexpected sequels in recent memory. It only came to my attention earlier this year when Disney announced they retooled a TV show that continues the original film's story into a theatrically released sequel. That's not even mentioning that they're releasing a live-action remake in 2026. The original "Moana" is an incredible film with spectacular voice acting from Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and Maui, dazzling animation, iconic songs in "How Far I'll Go" and "You're Welcome," a legendary side-character in Schaffrillas...I mean Tamatoa and an engaging narrative. I was curious to see how a sequel would work, and after seeing it, I realized one hard truth: I'm not the target audience.

    For the positives, the voice acting is still remarkable, with Cravalho and Johnson again delivering energetic performances. Even though the story is not the strongest, which we'll get to, their work manages to get me somewhat invested.

    Of course, the animation is phenomenal. Disney films have always been known for their terrific animation, so it goes without saying that "Moana 2" is no different.

    While this film does not have as many memorable songs as the first, "Can I Get A Chee Hoo?" is hands down the standout. The song doesn't reach the heights of the powerful "How Far I'll Go." I don't think it will become as well-known as that song, but I enjoyed it.

    For the remaining positives, three solid jokes landed here, its mid-credit scene was delightful, and the film is not that long. Sadly, negatives prevail and weigh down the experience - for me, at least.

    Although the runtime was short, I was bored even more than "Gladiator II." Many factors I'll mention possibly led to me thinking the movie was tedious, but its pacing left me dissatisfied.

    I also felt the villain fell flat, not as much as The Rock's other release this month, "Red One." I won't reveal who it is to avoid spoilers, but I didn't feel the threat from the film's antagonist.

    So I don't over-critique it, I'll bring up one more point: I felt the narrative was weak. The setup of Moana going on an adventure to unite the islands seems simple at first, but the overall handling of that story comes across as convoluted. Said convolution leaves me with no investment in potentially emotional moments.

    Overall, "Moana 2" didn't work for me. I don't think it was unnecessary, but it didn't entirely justify its existence. It's simple and inoffensive yet oddly forgettable, so it's a fine enough trip to the movies. However, I'm not recommending this in favor of "Wicked" for the Thanksgiving holiday season.

    Technically, outside of issues with the story, the animation remains stunning, the voice acting is stellar, and the music is well-done yet average from my perspective, so the technical score is an 8/10.

    For the enjoyment score, it is a standard sequel that has enjoyment but a standard sequel that is undeniably weaker than its counterpart. For me, the enjoyment score is a 5/10. Again, it is okay and will leave you interested to an extent, but I'd recommend waiting until Disney+.
    6naheedence

    No Magic Story, Mediocre Soundtrack

    Moana 1 was so magical and with Lin Manuel Miranda's Soundtrack, it was one of the best kids movies. Not to mention, there is a lot of cultural context about collective societies. Unfortunately, part 2 didn't keep me interested at all. I kept waiting for it to get better. This movie proves that a financial success is meaningless. It's not an indicator of a great film. It's just what was playing that weekend when you want to take your children to see a movie. The new characters lacked any depth. There wasn't half of the emotion of the first part. Grandma was missed dearly. I cried in the first Moana, a couple of times. I couldn't wait to get out of this short film. I wanted my money back.
    6ARTaylor

    Dull, Typical Modern Disney

    An unmemorable movie that represents the current state of Disney. It started out as a Disney+ show and definitely feels like a pointless side quest made to add content.

    Moana has no arc and there is nothing new with her. She already achieved her goal in the first film and there's little go forward with. Her plot is about finding other people, but there's no reason for her. She's lacking nothing, beloved by all, and gets everything her way already. There's no reason to root for her.

    Maui also hasn't changed. He's still the same smarmy guy from the start of the first, basically undermining any meaningful development that could have been had following his terrific arc last movie. The movie does lighten up when he has friendly banter with Moana, but they're away from each other so much it's hard to care.

    The other new characters don't fare much better. There's more added to the crew but they're one-dimensional rip-offs of the sidekicks from Pixar's Lightyear. They are nothing more than the fat one, the old one, the geeking out fanboy, and the brainy woman who knows more mechanical knowledge than people today could.

    The villains are horribly misused. There's the bat-woman who is treated like a big deal in the first half only to disappear completely by the second. The movie builds her up as something just to fail on that promise, obviously she was intended to be a bigger deal in an intended second season. The primary villain, Nalo, falls prey to something that has killed a lot of franchises recently: a villain that's all setup and no pay off. Between Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and Sony, fans are tired of seeing potential villains built up only to have to wait for a possible sequel just to pay it off. It's tired and cliched.

    The songs are another disappointment as none are memorable. The first movie had one really good song and some others that grow on you after repeat viewings. Lin-Manuel Miranda's style is overused, but these songs sound like a bad imitation.

    The animation looks good but only because it's the same stuff the first movie used. The only sequence worth remembering visually is the final battle in the storm. Otherwise, everything else is more of the same. Where other studios are emboldened to take animation into new styles, Disney seems content to just play it safe and reuse assets.

    The movie screams that it's just going through the motions. It's enjoyable to sit through, but something that will be completely forgotten by the end of the credits.

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    • Trivia
      The project began as a television series in 2020, with plans to air on Disney+. In February 2024, it was transformed into a theatrical sequel.
    • Goofs
      One of the premises of the movie is that the people of the island of Motunui have been isolated for many generations, yet Loto speaks with an accent different from all other inhabitants of the island.
    • Quotes

      [from trailer]

      Moana: Maui?

      Maui: [picks up Hei Hei] Boat snack!

      [Pua falls into his other hand]

      Maui: Boat snack upgrade! Bacon *and* eggs?

      [Pua snorts]

      Maui: Why didn't you bring the pig last time?

    • Crazy credits
      There is a short scene after the first credits.
    • Connections
      Featured in Untitled Review Show: Moana 2 (2024)
    • Soundtracks
      Tolou Tagaloa (Sei e Va'ai Mai)
      Performed by Olivia Foa'i and Te Vaka

      Music and Lyrics by Opetaia Foa'i

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    • Release date
      • November 27, 2024 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Samoan
    • Also known as
      • Hành Trình Của Moana 2
    • Filming locations
      • Walt Disney Animation Studios, Vancouver BC(Studio)
    • Production companies
      • Walt Disney Pictures
      • Walt Disney Animation Studios
      • Walt Disney Animation Canada
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    • Budget
      • $150,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $460,405,297
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $139,787,385
      • Dec 1, 2024
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,059,242,164
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
      • DTS:X
      • 12-Track Digital Sound
      • Auro 11.1
      • D-Cinema 96kHz 7.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.00 : 1

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