Disney's Moana (2016)
Disney's Moana (2016)
#1Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 8:44pm
Walt Disney Animation Studios Announces 2016 Film: Moana
http://blogs.disney.com/oh-my-disney/2014/10/20/walt-disney-animation-studios-announces-2016-film-moana
Ron Clements and Jon Musker (the guys responsible for Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, The Princess and the Frog, and our childhoods), are back with a brand-new film for Walt Disney Animation Studios, Moana. The film tells the story of Moana, a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors’ quest. It’s set in the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, and Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds and ancient folklore.
“Moana is indomitable, passionate and a dreamer with a unique connection to the ocean itself,” Musker said. “She’s the kind of character we all root for, and we can’t wait to introduce her to audiences.” Well, Mr. Musker, we cannot wait to see more from the film and meet Moana as well! The film comes to theaters in late 2016.
Even though it has not been announced, the Lopezes have hinted that they are doing songs for it
here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adb7-EHnmf4
And it says in the article below that that Robert Lopez is currently doing some animated musicals:
http://www.dailynewsen.com/entertainment/book-of-mormon-frozen-music-writer-bobby-lopez-baffled-by-success-h2557491.html
So, it's safe (for now) to say that Moana will be another great Disney musical from the Lopezes.
Updated On: 10/20/14 at 08:44 PM
Borstalboy
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/9/04
#2Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 10:04pmDisney finally does porn!
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Pootie2
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/1/14
#3Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 10:19pmThis is going to end well...
#BoycottTrumplikePattiMurin
#4Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 10:29pmDoes this movie have a happy ending?
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#5Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 10:32pm
"Does this movie have a happy ending?"
It appears so: "The film comes to theaters in late 2016."
Pootie2
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/1/14
#6Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 10:36pm
It ends in a wet place.
.........
But in all seriousness, Disney needs to rename that to "Moanna" (per blog comment).
#BoycottTrumplikePattiMurin
#7Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/20/14 at 11:01pm
That title...
But the concept sounds like it can warrant some sumptuous animation. One thing Disney rarely skimps on is its beautiful aesthetics.
So, it's safe (for now) to say that Moana will be another great Disney musical from the Lopezes.
As much as I would love those things to be true, I think all those things are pure speculation at this point, even the Lopezes' involvement.
Keeping BroadwayWorld Illustrated
#8Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 11:43amI feel like the only person who instinctively pronounced this title with three syllables. The other interpretation never occurred to me until this thread. Y'all are kids!
"This thread reads like a series of White House memos." — Mister Matt
#10Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 11:51amThey still have two years to change the title. The Lion King was originally titled "Simba" during pre-production and "The Princess and the Frog" had a title change when the French objected to "The Frog Princess".
"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian
#11Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 11:55am
^^And not to mention, Rapunzel=Tangled
BTW: I think Eva Noblezada would be a fantastic Moana! What do y'all think?
#12Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 12:09pmIf they follow the "Tangled" and "Frozen" mode, this will be called "Wet" or "Soaked."
#13Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 12:20pm
"I feel like the only person who instinctively pronounced this title with three syllables."
I did the same!
It looks like it will be a beautiful film and a change of pace for Disney.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
#15Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 12:44pm
"^^And not to mention, Rapunzel=Tangled"
I actually think that Disney should have kept the Rapunzel title. (I know, I know, boys wouldn't have wanted to see it or whatever, but either way it WAS a Disney Princess movie.)
And I think the title "Moana" is a fine one; I really hope Disney doesn't duck at the last second and change the title to some stupid adjective like they did with Frozen and Tangled.
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#16Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 1:39pmIs it pronounced Moe-Ana? Why not call it Oceana or something....
"Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion's starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don't see that. It seems to me that love is everywhere. Often it's not particularly dignified or newsworthy, but it's always there - fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, old friends. When the planes hit the Twin Towers, as far as I know none of the phone calls from the people on board were messages of hate or revenge - they were all messages of love. If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around."
beautywickedlover
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/28/07
#17Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/21/14 at 11:47pmI didn't think this was going to be a musical after reading the press releases. However, we'll see what happens since the Lopezes have hinted they are doing some songs for it.
#18Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 12:36amJrybka, yes. Polynesian names are phonetic. No silent letters.
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JohnyBroadway
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/10/12
#19Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 1:30amI believe the Lopezes are working on another Disney project called Giants. This film is more intended as a film with music.
#20Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 9:58am
^^Apparently, according to a source, Giants just got shelved :/ But, the guy's also said that Moana was almost cancelled last year until the Moana fandom saved the movie (His own words). And I just found an article on Moana, last year from the directors and how it was making good process, so I call BS on both of these statements.
Until confirmation that it got shelved, let's say for now that Giants is coming in 2018.
Updated On: 10/22/14 at 09:58 AM
#21Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 10:04amI know some of my friends who are from that part of the world are very excited to see something that has to do with them..... I just hope they do come up with another name cause you know it will be mocked mercifully.
"Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion's starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don't see that. It seems to me that love is everywhere. Often it's not particularly dignified or newsworthy, but it's always there - fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, old friends. When the planes hit the Twin Towers, as far as I know none of the phone calls from the people on board were messages of hate or revenge - they were all messages of love. If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around."
Pootie2
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/1/14
#22Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 10:19am
"I know some of my friends who are from that part of the world are very excited to see something that has to do with them..... I just hope they do come up with another name cause you know it will be mocked **mercilessly."
(**FTFY)
I agree. Even if only 25% of native English readers parse it that way, it's still baiting. It's a Maori name and is a transliteration into English, so I think changing the spelling shouldn't be an issue. Mo'ana, Moanna, Moahna, whatever. I'm reminded of the signage out there that are perfectly legit names/words in their native languages but have unfortunate transliterations into English (Hung Far Low, Pho King, etc.). Which are pretty funny and memorable and all that, but probably not what Disney would be going after.
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#23Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 10:41amI don't think Disney has to be worried about the title. When they first changed "Rapunzel" to "Tangled," an IMDb search for the new name brought up a porno.
JohnyBroadway
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/10/12
#24Disney's Moana (2016)
Posted: 10/22/14 at 10:42amDisneybroadway you're making too many speculations. And are trying to count them as fact.
