Moana
A spirited Polynesian teenager who sails across the Pacific Ocean to save her island home, accompanied by the demigod Maui in this Disney animated adventure celebrating courage, culture, and self-discovery.
Category
Movie
Release Year
2016
Origin
USA
Tags
adventuremusicalpolynesianoceancoming-of-agedisney
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Moana
Aliases
Vaiana (in some regions), Oceania
Type
Animated Musical Film
Release Year
2016
Status
Released
Origin
United States
Region
United States
Creation Information
Creator
Ron Clements, John Musker
Publisher
Walt Disney Pictures
Original Work
Original story inspired by Polynesian mythology
Genre
Animation, Adventure, Musical, Family, Fantasy
Content Information
Synopsis
A spirited Polynesian teenager sets sail across the Pacific to save her island, discovering her true calling with help from the demigod Maui and the ocean itself.
Main Characters
Moana, Maui, Gramma Tala, Chief Tui, Sina, Te Fiti/Te K・ｽE・ｽE・ｽE Heihei, Pua
Setting
Ancient Polynesia, Pacific Ocean islands, mythical realms
Themes
Self-discovery, courage, environmental stewardship, cultural heritage, family, destiny
Target Audience
Families, children, animation enthusiasts, cultural appreciation
Media Forms
Films
Original animated film, upcoming sequel Moana 2
Merchandise
Toys, dolls, clothing, accessories, home goods, collectibles
Books
Picture books, chapter books, activity books, soundtrack albums
Digital Content
Streaming availability, digital downloads, mobile games
Live Events
Disney park attractions, live shows, cultural celebrations
Cross Media Adaptations
Stage musical adaptations, theme park experiences
Games
Mobile games, console games, educational apps
Commercial Information
Box Office
$645 million worldwide box office
Revenue
Hundreds of millions from merchandise and licensing
Awards
Academy Award nominations, Annie Awards, Grammy nominations
Critical Reception
95% on Rotten Tomatoes, universal critical acclaim
Cultural Impact
Celebrated for authentic cultural representation and empowering message
Market Value
Multi-hundred million dollar franchise
Licensing
Extensive merchandise and media licensing deals
Merchandise Revenue
Significant revenue from toys, clothing, and collectibles
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Global audience spanning all ages, particularly strong with families and young girls
Communities
Disney fan communities, Polynesian cultural groups, animation enthusiasts
Events
Disney conventions, cultural festivals, fan gatherings
Quotes
Inspirational dialogue, memorable song lyrics, cultural wisdom
Memes
Ocean choosing Moana, Maui's shapeshifting, Heihei's antics
Cosplay
Moana costumes, Maui outfits, cultural-appropriate representations
Fan Art
Character art, ocean scenes, cultural tributes, animation studies
Fan Projects
Cover songs, dance performances, cultural celebrations
Cultural References
Referenced in discussions of representation and empowerment
Social Media
Strong presence with cultural appreciation and empowerment messages
Collectibles
High demand for authentic merchandise and limited editions
Historical Development
2011
Development begins with research into Polynesian culture
2012
Oceanic Trust formed to ensure cultural authenticity
2014
Voice cast announced, including Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson
2015
Animation production intensifies with ocean technology development
2016
Film released to critical acclaim and commercial success
2017
Awards season recognition and continued cultural impact
2018
Home video release and streaming availability
2019
Theme park attractions and live adaptations announced
2020-2024
Sequel development and continued franchise expansion
Related Links
movies.disney.com
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