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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 · Aug 5, 2025

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 · Aug 4, 2025

‘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 · Jun 7, 2025

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 · Jan 13, 2025

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.

BANG Premier · Dec 7, 2024

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 · Dec 6, 2024

Moana 2 set to make history after massive box office opening

The film disappointed critics but is delighting audiences

The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024

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.

BANG Premier · Nov 29, 2024

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 · Nov 28, 2024

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.

The Conversation · Nov 27, 2024