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The original Moana looked very different to Disney's movies, but was it any more authentic?

The 1926 film didn't have The Rock in a wig, but it wasn't the 'documentary' it was described as at the time.

Creative Bloq · Jul 1

The original Moana: did a 1926 documentary give birth to a 21st century Disney blockbuster?

Long before the 2016 hit animation and its forthcoming live-action remake came a pioneering silent film that established a whole new genre

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30

Dwayne Johnson surprises young Moana fan recovering from brain tumour surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital

Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia surprised Bella Riding who sang the Moana song Shiny during her recovery from surgery to remove a brain tumour.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

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Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia surprise 10-year-old Moana fan at hospital

The stars surprised Bella Riding who sang the Moana song Shiny during her recovery from surgery to remove a brain tumour at Great Ormond Street.

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Dwayne Johnson says live-action Moana film has taught him ‘life lessons’

Johnson, who plays Maui in the film, opened a new play area at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

The Rock Is Not Happy About Maui Nipple Talk (But He Tolerated The Moana Question Anyway)

What can he say, except...

Cinemablend · Jun 26

Moana star walks home-town blue carpet with 'The Rock'

From a local performing arts high school to Hollywood, Moana star Catherine Laga'aia has stepped out alongside Dwayne Johnson on a global publicity tour.

AAP · Jun 25

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'Jarring': Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's kids taken aback by his Moana look

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's children were shocked when they saw him in character for Moana and initially found his appearance "jarring".

BANG Premier · Jun 23

Aquatic Musings quest walkthrough in Disney Dreamlight Valley

A fishing trip gone wrong.

Destructoid · Jun 15

‘I Have To Face This.' Dwayne Johnson Was Filming Moana While Secretly Dealing With Marriage Issues

Talk about honesty.

Cinemablend · Jun 11

By offering all Emilys a free medium Coke per ticket, Showcase Cinemas prove their commitment to drama

Showcase Cinemas is offering a medium Coca-Cola to anyone called Emily who goes to see new romcom Finding Emily this weekend. But what if 35,000 thirsty Emilys turn up?

The Guardian - UK · May 18

37 biggest summer movies of 2026 — 'Spider-Man,' 'Star Wars,' 'The Odyssey,' 'Toy Story' and more

Summer 2026 is packed with highly anticipated new movies, from major blockbusters to exciting original ideas. Here's your full guide.

Tom’s Guide · May 16

From 'Moana' to 'Leviticus,' here are summer movie breakouts you need to know

This summer's movies are spotlighting fresh talent

The Independent UK · May 1

This is the most magical thing Disney's made in a long time

Moana, Anna and Mirabel all use sign language in these songs.

Creative Bloq · May 1

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AAP · Apr 17

'If not us, then what?' Umaga's Pasifika rugby fears

Moana Pasifika coach and former All Blacks champion Tana Umaga has detailed his fears for the region's rugby talent with the club's future in grave doubt.

BANG Premier · Apr 17

Dwayne Johnson praises 'humbling and inspiring' live-action Moana

Dwayne Johnson has described getting the chance to make a live-action Moana as "humbling and inspiring".

Destructoid · Apr 8

How to find and start Pocahontas unlock quest in Disney Dreamlight Valley

Begin a new adventure to find a missing princess.

Destructoid · Apr 8

How to unlock Pocahontas in Disney Dreamlight Valley

Follow the wind.

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Cinemablend · Mar 28

Director Of Live-Action Moana Movie Knows The OG Film ‘Is In People’s Molecules.’ Why He Wanted To Do The Remake Anyway

The ocean calls to Moana once more.

Evening Standard · Mar 25

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson mocked over Maui wig in Disney's live-action Moana trailer

‘They really just slapped on a wig and called it a day’, said one unimpressed viewer

Creative Bloq · Mar 24

Why Disney’s Moana trailer is causing controversy - from colour grading to The Rock’s wig

Fans of the original animation aren't impressed.

Euronews · Mar 24

'Moana' live-action remake trailer drops – and fans are tearing it to shreds

Disney’s new trailer for the live-action remake of 'Moana' has officially dropped... And speaking of things dropping, so has the enthusiasm and respect from fans of the animated film...

BANG Premier · Mar 24

Truth behind Dwayne Johnson's 'gruelling' Moana transformation and Maui wig revealed

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and Moana director Thomas Kail reveal truth behind his "gruelling" transformation into Maui.

The Independent UK · Mar 23

Moana fans bemoan ‘shot for shot’ live action remake after new trailer released

Several Disney fans commented online that the remake is arriving too soon after the animated original, which was released in 2016

Total Film · Mar 23

Moana live-action director on bringing Dwayne Johnson's demigod to life for the remake's new trailer: "Maui looks more like Dwayne, but I think that the spirit is the same"

Exclusive | The new Moana trailer is here and so is our first look at Dwayne Johnson's live-action Maui

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