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Moana 2's Villain Subverts A Modern Disney Animation Trend

The following contains spoilers for Moana 2, now playing in theatersMoana 2's villain twist is a surprisingly subversive approach to a modern Disney animation trend. Moana 2 is the latest entry to the ...
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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, ...
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‘Moana 2’ Smashes Animation Box Office Records With $57.5 Million Opening Day

Disney’s “Moana 2” is rapidly growing into a box office tsunami, earning a jaw-dropping $57.5 million opening day on Wednesday from 4,200 locations as it is now has a strong chance to earn the first ...
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Walt Disney Animation Studios’ ‘Moana 2′ is in theaters

It’s been eight years since the first “Moana” released in 2016, and now “Moana 2” is in theaters for the whole family to enjoy, during the holiday season. Of course, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson returns ...
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‘Moana 2’ tops $1 billion, exceeding expectations of Royal Oak native Amy Smeed, film’s head of animation

Although it received mixed reviews, Disney’s “Moana 2” has grossed more than $1 billion worldwide as 2025 begins and is the studio’s third highest-grossing film of 2024. Not only has it outperformed ...
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Big Box-Office Weekend for ‘Moana 2’ Could Also Spill Into Oscars

All those records can resonate with the Academy. By Steven Zeitchik, Pamela McClintock Moana 2‘s historic weekend at the box office is not only filling Disney’s coffers but bolstering its case for an ...
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Disney’s ‘Moana 2’ is a monster hit. But some in the animation industry aren’t happy

As Disney confirmed on Monday, Moana 2 is a huge success. The film’s staggering $389 million holiday-weekend gross marks the highest global opening of any animated film ever. As The Hollywood Reporter ...
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The success of Moana 2 is nothing to be celebrated – there is a real crisis in animation

To paraphrase a famous rapper: Mo’ money, Moana, mo’ problems. And Moana 2, a sequel to Disney’s 2016 musical animation, seems to be delivering on both counts. Released in cinemas last week, the film ...
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“Animation Is the Most Timeless Kind of Storytelling”: ‘Moana 2,’ ‘The Wild Robot’ and the Animation Roundtable

Six directors behind some of the most acclaimed animated films of the year discuss why they fell in love with movies, the threat of AI and how even cartoons "can express great truths." By Scott ...
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Where to Stream ‘Moana 2’ Online

After earning over $1 billion at the box office, Moana 2 is now available to watch online at home. Watch the official trailer for Moana 2 below and keep reading for more details on the animated ...
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Moana 2 — Captivating animation and deeper themes make for a worthwhile cinematic adventure

Eight years ago, the marvellous technological showcase that was Moana was released. Yes, the story was great, and the songs were catchy (though not too catchy), but the real scene stealer of Moana was ...