As an animation enthusiast, I couldn’t be more thrilled by what Moana 2 brings to the table. Released in 2024, this sequel reunites Moana (voiced by Auliʻi Cravalho) and the charismatic demi-god Maui (Dwayne Johnson) as they embark on a sprawling new adventure.
Three years after restoring Te Fiti’s heart, Moana is now a master wayfinder—yet her biggest challenge comes when she hears a call from her ancestors and must journey into uncharted seas to save her people from extinction.
The visuals are hauntingly beautiful, blending Polynesian myth with epic oceanic landscapes, and the music—crafted by Mark Mancina and Opetaia Foa‘i with new voices Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear—is a vibrant extension of the first film’s soul.
What sets Moana 2 apart is its deepening of Moana’s character: she’s not just discovering the ocean, she’s confronting legacy, leadership, and what it truly means to be a wayfinder in a changing world. It’s more than a sequel—it’s a meaningful expansion of story, culture, and heart.
