Disney's 'Vaiana 2' Brings Adventure and an Environmental Message to Theaters
The sequel to the 2016 hit explores themes of unity, responsibility, and environmental stewardship with stunning animation and cultural respect.
- Vaiana teams up with the demigod Maui and a diverse crew to unite the isolated peoples of Oceania and lift a powerful curse by the storm god Nalo.
- The story emphasizes environmental responsibility and the importance of safeguarding the future, resonating with contemporary concerns about climate change.
- Disney collaborated with cultural experts and Pacific Islander creatives to ensure authenticity, with music from Te Vaka’s Opetaia Foa’i and input from Samoan filmmaker Dana Ledoux Miller.
- The film features breathtaking animation, combining realistic depictions of Pacific landscapes and vibrant mythical elements, alongside moments of humor and heart.
- Original voice actors Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return in the English version, while the German version stars Lina Larissa Strahl and Roger Rekless.