The movie was a huge success for Disney, racking up millions and millions of streams.
Thus, itwas followed by a sequel,Moana 2, in 2024.
Even children’s movies can be surprisingly profound, andMoanais no exception.
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The film has plenty to say about family, purpose and more, whether in dialogue or through song.
Tala reminds Moana that her presence will always be with her, no matter where she goes.
9"The ocean doesn’t help you; you help yourself!"
Maui tells her that if the ocean doesnt help her, she has to help herself.
Maui sets a great example for her as he takes action.
8"I am not a princess.
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I’m the daughter of the chief."
She corrects him and says shes the daughter of the chief, which he insists is the same thing.
For her part, shes headstrong and refuses to tolerate his attitude and defends herself.
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7"Hes hard on you because…because he was you."
When the curse begins to affect the communitys food supply, she feels its their only hope.
6"I have no idea why the ocean chose me.
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But my island is dying, so I am here."
With the trip off to a rough start, Maui starts to berate Moana over her lack of experience.
Maui snaps at her to stop asking.
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Moana doesnt need someone else to tell her she doesnt know what shes doingshes already painfully aware of it.
Its also a great insight into Moanas character.
5"It’s called wayfinding, princess.
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It’s not just sails and knots; it’s seeing where you’re going in your mind.
Knowing where you are by knowing where you’ve been."
Maui explains to Moana that theres more to wayfinding than it seems.
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Moana argues that in some cases, a personsor animalsstrengths lie beneath the surface, sometimes far beneath.
Its a funny moment, but theres also more to it.
Her quote suggests thatone shouldnt judge others based on superficial factors.
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2"The call isnt out there at all; its inside me."
She then dives into the ocean to retrieve the heart of Te Fiti so she can finish her quest.
Throughout the film, Moana insists the ocean is calling her.
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1"They have stolen the heart from inside you.
But this does not define you.
This is not who you are.
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You know who you are…who you truly are."
Moana begins to sing, telling Te Fiti, This does not define you.
This is not who you are, and the two share a tender moment before Moana returns her heart.
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Moana shows compassion for the goddess, recognizing how damaged and enraged Te Fiti has become without her heart.
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