After its release in 2016, “Moana” became one of the most popular Disney movies. The representation of a combination of Polynesian cultures managed to conquer the public, so now it will return in a live-action version, which will bring back dwayne johnsonbetter known as “The Rock”.
At the time, the tape grossed over $682 million box office. In addition, it was nominated for “Best Animated Film” at the Oscars, although it did not lose to “Zootopia”.
On Monday, April 3, it was confirmed that Disney Studios plans to make an adaptation of “Moana”, but this time in the format of real people.
“I am honored to say that we are bringing the beautiful story of #MOANA to the big screen in live action! Maui changed my life (miss you grandpa) and I am honored to partner with Disney Studios to tell our story through the realm of music and dance, which at its core is who we are as a Polynesian people.Dwayne Johnson wrote in your Twitter account.
THE PRODUCTION TEAM OF THE LIVE-ACTION OF “MOANA”
Dwayne Johnson will produce the film through his Seven Bucks Productions company, along with Dany Garcia and Hiram Garcia.
“This story is my culture, and this story is emblematic of the grace and warrior strength of our people. I wear this culture proudly on my skin and in my soul, and this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reunite with Maui, inspired by the manna and spirit of my late grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia, is something that works very well. deep for meJohnson said in a press release.
It will also add Beau Flynn– who has worked with Johnson on multiple films including “Jungle Cruise” – with his Flynn Picture Co.
He script of the live action will be in charge of Jared Bushwho also wrote it in the animated version, but this time he will have the help of Dana Ledoux Miller.
For now, It has not been reported who will be the director or director of the tape, so the position is still free.
THE CAST OF THE LIVE-ACTION OF “MOANA”
So far, it is only confirmed that Dwayne Johnson Will Play Maui Again in the live-action of “Moana”, since he previously gave the voice to the demigod of the air and the sea.
Nevertheless, it has not yet been announced who will fill other roles important as that of Moana herself, who was voiced by Auliʻi Cravalho in the animated version.