Moana 2 is now available for home watching by purchasing from digital retailers and soon will be available in disc formats. This sequel has Moana going on a new adventure to the far seas of Oceania with a new crew after receiving a call from her wayfinding ancestors. This movie has new characters, new music, and also some returning favorite friends as well. Below is a review of this release from a digital download that was given to Daps Magic by Disney.
Quality
Watching Moana 2 is a lovely experience. The colors are vibrant and the animation looks better than ever! Some really impressive moments really show how far animation has come since the original Moana was released in 2016. The accompanying audio sounds great in the home theater as well. The new songs, while catchy, aren’t quite as iconic as those from the first film. Overall, it is an enjoyable film to watch in terms of the quality that is offered.
Extras
The extras included with the Moana 2 digital download really were enjoyable to watch. They give insights into the making of the film and show the people who made it. The features, in particular, were very enjoyable to watch. My favorite was Call of the Wayfinder. Overall, this was a nice collection of bonus features that are worth watching.
Bonus Features*
Full Length Sing-Along – Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the
movie with on-screen lyrics.
Call of the Wayfinder – Celebrate Pacific wayfinding with the Moana 2 filmmakers as
they meet real-life navigators from the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Hear from Nainoa
Thompson, CEO of PVS, and other crew members as they discuss the cultural
renaissance of wayfinding.
A New Voyage – Join the filmmakers and artistic leads for a deep dive as they reveal
the development of this sequel and discuss the impact that the first film had across the
globe. Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson talk about what it means to them to return.
Songs of the Sea – Sit down with songwriters Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear, Pacific
Islands music legend Opetaia Foa‘i, and composer Mark Mancina as they discuss
making the music. Get to know this talented team as they share insight into writing each
brand-new song.
Kakamora Chronicles – Ever wanted to know more about the Kakamora? Gather
’round while Moni, everyone’s favorite Motunui historian, tells the tales from real
Solomon Island folklore surrounding the mysterious and unforgettable beings known as
the Kakamora.
Fun in the Booth – Step inside the recording booth with the brilliant and talented actors
of Moana 2 for some creative fun as they bring their characters to life.
Deleted Scenes – Overall introduction to Deleted Scenes by directors David G. Derrick
Jr, Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller.
- Call to Motufetū
- Late to the Party
- Crew’s In for a Bruisin’
- Help Wanted
- Odd Birds
- Reunited
- Simea’s Chant
Song Selection:
- “We’re Back”
- “Beyond”
- “Finding the Way”
- “What Could Be Better Than This”
- “Get Lost”
- “Can I Get a Chee Hoo”
- “Mana Vavau”
- “Beyond” Reprise
- Finding the Way” Reprise
*Bonus features may vary by product and retailer
Final Thoughts
Moana 2 isn’t quite as magical or memorable as Moana. However, it is a surprisingly enjoyable movie. It has some tells that it was originally going to be a Disney+ series but overall, it’s a decent movie. I won’t call it a home run but I also don’t regret watching it either. It is a Disney movie that is worth adding to one’s home library. It has heart, the characters are enjoyable, and its story is worth telling. It might even lead to another story that is worth telling. I give this one a solid hat tip.
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Mr. DAPs Hat Rating Scale
- No Hat – Didn’t meet expectations
- Hat Nod – It was ok
- Hat Tip – It was good
- Hat’s Off – Loved it!
