Moana (2016)

Moana poster

Moana (2016)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate

Viewer Rating
8.2

Overview

In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches an impetuous Chieftain's daughter's island, she answers the Ocean's call to seek out the demigod to set things right.


Starring Cast


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Detailed Bias Analysis

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Primary

The film's central narrative revolves around healing an ecological blight caused by human interference, championing environmental restoration and the rediscovery of indigenous cultural wisdom through a strong female protagonist.

Moana features a cast and narrative deeply embedded in Polynesian culture, showcasing significant cultural diversity and a strong female protagonist. The film celebrates its cultural setting and themes of empowerment without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles or negatively framing traditional identities.

Secondary

Moana does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on Moana's journey of self-discovery and saving her island, without incorporating elements related to queer identity.

The film "Moana" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on Polynesian mythology, a young woman's journey, and environmental themes, without incorporating elements related to transgender identity.

The film features Moana as the primary female character in action sequences. Her challenges involve sailing, navigating, and restoring a magical artifact. While she confronts various adversaries, including the Kakamora and Te Kā, her victories are achieved through strategy, determination, and the use of the ocean's power, rather than direct physical combat against male opponents.

The film features original characters and portrays mythological figures like Maui consistently with their established gender. No characters established as one gender in prior canon or history are depicted as a different gender.

Moana is an original animated film with characters created specifically for this production, inspired by Polynesian culture. There is no prior source material or historical record establishing the characters' race differently, thus no race swap occurs.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

8.2

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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7.6
The Movie Database logo
7.6

Critic Ratings

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9.5
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8.1

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