Opinions of Auli'i Cravlho on Moana as a Disney Princess Revealed
In the much-anticipated release of "Moana 2," the voice actress behind the titular character, Auli'i Cravalho, has spoken to Entertainment Weekly about Moana's Disney Princess status.
Contrary to popular belief, Moana, in the sequel, claims she is not a princess. This assertion challenges the long-held notion that the Disney Princess label is more about toy sales than a strict classification of royalty.
Despite this, Moana remains an official member of the Disney Princess lineup, and she continues to be referred to as Disney Princess Moana of Motunui in the sequel. The distinction between Disney Princesses and Royal Queens, such as Elsa and Anna from "Frozen," remains somewhat blurred.
The sequel, directed by Jason Hand and Josie Trinidad, sees Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) reunite on screen. In the story, Moana is depicted as learning how to be a leader, with her status as a chief in waiting and wayfinder more prominent.
Cravalho stated that Moana is a hero of her own story, and in the sequel, she addresses the question of her princess status. However, no new information about the classification of Moana as a princess is provided.
Interestingly, Maui points out that many people consider Moana a princess in the sequel, but no information about Moana wearing a ballgown, a common Disney Princess trope, is given.
"Moana 2" opens in theaters this week, and for those unable to catch it in cinemas, the sequel is now streaming on Disney+. The film promises to be a thrilling adventure that continues to challenge traditional Disney Princess stereotypes, positioning Moana as a strong and independent leader.
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