Disney's 'Moana' returns live-action with a fresh face and familiar heart

"Moana" is setting sail for theaters, bringing audiences back to the Pacific Islands in a live-action reimagining of the beloved Disney animated film.
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"Moana" is setting sail for theaters, bringing audiences back to the Pacific Islands in a live-action reimagining of the beloved Disney animated film.
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