Moana

Auli'i Cravalho Director: Ron Clements, John Musker Ron Clements, John Musker,

Overview

Young navigator Moana (voice of Auli'i Cravalho), the daughter of a Polynesian tribal chief, is chosen to find a precious artifact that could save her people. She teams with demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) to locate a legendary island, and together the pair explore fantastical lands and encounter incredible sea creatures in this animated adventure from Disney. The film's soundtrack includes contributions from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony and Grammy-winning creator of the popular stage musical Hamilton. Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker. ~ Daniel Gelb

Product Details

Release Date:	03/07/2017
UPC:	0786936852394
Original Release:	2016
Source:	Walt Disney Video
Region Code:	1AB
Sound:	[DTS 5.1-Channel Surround Sound, Dolby AC-3 Surround Sound]
Time:	1:47:00
Sales rank:	4,979

Special Features

Blu-Ray Bonus Extras: ; Maui Mini-Movie: Gone Fishing; Short Film: Inner Workings [G]; ; Deleted song: "Warrior Face"; Voice of The Islands - discover how the heritage of the islands influenced the story, and how the people and their culture inspired the filmmakers.; Things You Didn't Know About... - get to know the movie's stars and talent through a series of rapid-fire questions.; Island Fashion - find out how the costumes were designed using only materials and techniques native to the islands of Oceania.; They Know The Way: Making The Music Of Moana - learn how Opetaia Foa'i, Mark Mancina and Lin-Manuel Miranda's involvement with the movie changed their lives.; Music Video - "How Far I'll Go" Alessia Cara; Deleted scenes; Fishing For Easter Eggs; And much, much, more!

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits

Auli'i Cravalho	Moana
Dwayne Johnson	Maui
Jemaine Clement	Tamatoa
Rachel House	Gramma Tala
Temuera Morrison	Chief Tui
Nicole Scherzinger	Sina
Alan Tudyk	Heihei, Villager #3
Oscar Kightley	Fisherman
Troy Polamalu	Villager #1
Puanani Cravalho	Villager #2
Louise Bush	Toddler Moana

Technical Credits

Jared Bush

Ron Clements	Director,Original Story
John Musker	Director,Original Story
Alberto Abril	Animator
Abraham Aguilar	Animator
Valentin Amador	Animator
Manuel Aparicio	Animator
Salem S. Arfaoui	Animator
Christina Asher	Casting
Doug Bennett	Animator
Tony Bonilla	Animator
Rebecca Wilson Bresee	Animator
Joey Brown	Animator
Lauren Nicole Brown	Animator
Jared Bush	Screenwriter
Darrin Butters	Animator
Jorge E. Ruiz Cano	Animator
Stevi Crystal Carter	Animator
Tony Chau	Animator
Andrew Chesworth	Animator
Youngjae Choi	Animator
Shawn Clark	Animator
Fiona Collins	Casting
Christopher Cordingley	Animator
Trent Correy	Animator
Patrick Danaher	Animator
Opetaia Foa'i	Songwriter
Ian Gooding	Production Designer
Don Hall	Original Story
Andy Harkness	Art Director
Nicole P. Hearon	Associate Producer
Aaron Kandell	Original Story
Jordan Kandell	Original Story
John Lasseter	Executive Producer
Mark Mancina	Score Composer,Songwriter
Yvett Merino	Production Manager
Lin-Manuel Miranda	Songwriter
Tim Nielsen	Sound/Sound Designer
Hyrum Virl Osmond	Animator
Sarah Raoufpur	Casting
Pamela Ribon	Original Story
Jamie Sparer Roberts	Casting
Bill Schwab	Art Director
Osnat Shurer	Producer
Amy Lawson Smeed	Animator
Rachel W. Sutton	Casting
Asolelei To'Alepai	Casting
Chris Williams	Original Story

Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Moana
1. Tala's Tale
2. "Where You Are"
3. Motunui
4. "How Far I'll Go"
5. "We Know The Way"
6. Beyond The Reef
7. "The Ocean Is A Friend Of Mine"
8. "You're Welcome"
9. "You Will Restore The Heart"
10. Beware The Kakamora
11. "Hero To All"
12. The Realm Of Monsters
13. "Shiny"
14. Every Picture Tells A Story
15. Wayfinding
16. Te Ka
17. "I Am Moana"
18. "Returning The Heart"
19. Te Fiti
20. End Credits

Menu

Disc #1 -- Moana
   Play
   Bonus Features
      Theatrical Short Film: Inner Workings
      "How Far I'll Go" Performed By Alessia Cara
      Audio Commentary By Directors John musker And Ron Clements: On
      Audio Commentary By Directors John musker And Ron Clements: Off
   Scene Selection
   Set Up
      English 5.1 Dolby Digital
      English 2.0 Descriptive Audio
      Français 5.1 Dolby Digital
      Español 5.1 Dolby Digital
      Subtitles: None
      English Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired: On
      English Subtitles: On
      Français Subtitles: On
      Español Subtitles: On
   Sneak Peeks
   Disney's Fast Play

Editorial Reviews

Moana (voiced by Auli'i Cravalho), the titular princess of Disney's most recent animated endeavor, is the daughter of a tribal chief on an island called Motunui. Like many of her fellow Disney royals, she was raised with a set of expectations; but unlike them, she isn't being groomed to be married off to the most eligible suitor. Instead, she is to become the chief of the island and lead her people to prosperity…but with one caveat imposed by her father: She is not to go beyond the reef surrounding Motunui, despite the fact that she has felt restless and drawn to the sea her entire life. When the island is endangered by an ancient curse, independent Moana decides to take charge. In order to end the scourge, she must find the demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) and a jewel that he supposedly stole a thousand years ago. Following the encouraging words of her grandmother, she embarks on an epic sea voyage beyond her comfort zone with an unlikely companion -- a wonky chicken named Heihei (Alan Tudyk). Moana's Polynesian folklore imbues its traditional coming-of-age arc with an exciting newness. The magnificent soundtrack, created by frequent Disney collaborator Mark Mancina, Hamilton visionary Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Opetaia Foa'i of the South Pacific band Te Vaka, anchors the story in this culture and helps drive the plot forward. The animation is positively breathtaking, enchanting viewers with glittering night skyscapes, lush island paradises, and, most excitingly, an eerily neon, almost Lovecraftian underwater "realm of monsters." (Be on the lookout for a hysterical glam-rock number in the realm of monsters, performed by a giant, treasure-hoarding crab voiced by Jemaine Clement). Though the film does lag a bit during some of the lengthier scenes at sea (and its sweet, heartwarming conclusion is completely predictable), the music, characters, and constantly changing scenery keep Moana feeling like a fun ride. Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson, both of Polynesian heritage, are perfectly cast as Moana and Maui: Their sibling-like banter and heartfelt conversations add authenticity, depth, and humor to the story. Watching the fiercely independent and quick-thinking Moana come into her own during her magical, musical journey across the ocean and through the realm of ancient gods and monsters is an inspirational treat, one that will surely delight kids and adults alike for many years to come.

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