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Dwayne Johnson praises 'humbling and inspiring' live-action Moana

Dwayne Johnson has described getting the chance to make a live-action Moana as "humbling and inspiring".

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The Rock Calls For Supporting Women at CinemaCon, Saying “Real Masculinity” Means Championing Strong Women

Moana’s live-action movie is coming and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is looking for men to support women like the heroine. It’s the mark of “real masculinity” for the action star.

The Mary Sue

Of Course, The Request Dwayne Johnson Gets From Fans On A ‘Daily’ Basis Is Moana-Related

The Moana fandom is real!

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Dwayne Johnson Shared A Sweet Message After Being Named A Disney Legend (And Of Course, There’s A Funny Maui Nod)

It's a big deal for the House of Mouse.

Cinemablend

Despite being mocked over Maui's wig in the first live-action Moana trailer, Dwayne Johnson says the hair is "crucial" to the "integrity of the character"

Dwayne Johnson says the wig is here to stay

Total Film

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson mocked over Maui wig in Disney's live-action Moana trailer

‘They really just slapped on a wig and called it a day’, said one unimpressed viewer

Evening Standard

Weird Al Just Unexpectedly (And Brutally) Trolled The Rock’s Live Action Moana Wig

Ouch!

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Why Disney’s Moana trailer is causing controversy - from colour grading to The Rock’s wig

Fans of the original animation aren't impressed.

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“Needs To Be Fixed”: Fans Slam Disney As Dwayne Johnson In Moana Live‑Action Goes Viral For Odd Details

Disney’s Moana live-action trailer has sparked backlash, with fans criticizing Dwayne Johnson’s Maui look, particularly his wig.

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One Thing Dwayne Johnson Was Extremely Mindful Of With The Moana Live-Action Film (Since The Animated Is 'So Good')

It clearly wasn't that hair.

Cinemablend

The Rock’s Maui Wig Cannot Hurt You

Do you wear wigs?

The Mary Sue

Moana live-action director on bringing Dwayne Johnson's demigod to life for the remake's new trailer: "Maui looks more like Dwayne, but I think that the spirit is the same"

Exclusive | The new Moana trailer is here and so is our first look at Dwayne Johnson's live-action Maui

Total Film

Will Bretman Rock Really Be the Voice of Heihei in 'Moana' Live-Action? His 2023 Audition Resurfaces—Here's What We Know

Reports that Bretman Rock will voice HeiHei, the scatterbrained rooster in the live-action Moana, have been making a buzz online after a video of his 2023 audition resurfaced.

International Business Times UK

Moana Live Action Cast Update: Who Will Play Maui? Possible Actors Rumoured to Be in the Running for Iconic Role

Disney confirms Dwayne Johnson as Maui in the Moana remake, yet casting rumours grow as fans debate which actors could still appear in the new live-action film.

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'Moana' Live Action Draws Criticism Over AI-Like Visuals: Did Disney Rush the Remake Just 10 Years Later?

Disney's first teaser for the 'Moana' live action film has sparked excitement and controversy, with fans criticising its AI-like visuals and questioning the timing just a decade after the original.

International Business Times UK

Moana Live-Action Reveal: What the Confirmed Cast Tells Us About the Story Ahead

Disney's live-action Moana reveals Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Lagaʻaia leading a retelling that celebrates authenticity and cultural pride—discover what the cast choices suggest about the story ahead.

The Independent UK

Moana fans are all asking the same question after live-action trailer drops

‘Moana 2’ was released in theaters last year

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The First Live-Action Moana Trailer Is Here, And Fans Of The Original Will Be Impressed

The live-action Moana looks incredible.

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Three Years After Black Adam, Dwayne Johnson Reflects On His Short DCEU Stint And How He Feels About the DCU

It went by so quickly.

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Dwayne Johnson gets 'emotional' performing traditional Samoan dance with family

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and his family members took part in a sacred Samoan dance in Hawaii.

Inverse

Why Disney's Next Big Sci-Fi Reboot Deleted A Controversial Character

'Tron: Ares' may be updating the tech-based sci-fi adventure, but one new technique didn't make the cut.

Cinemablend

How The Rock’s Role In The Live-Action Moana Remake Was Reportedly Going To Involve A.I. Before Plans Were Scrapped

Disney's idea to use A.I. in the Moana remake won't be happening after all.

Al Jazeera

‘We do this to survive’: Harvesting opium poppies in Myanmar’s Shan State

Poppy cultivation and methamphetamine production has surged in Myanmar amid the country’s grinding civil war.

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson cast as dark guru in new thriller

WWE legend turned Hollywood star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has been cast in a sinister new role.

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How to unlock the Uncrafting Station in Disney Dreamlight Valley

Unlocking the Uncrafting Station in Disney Dreamlight Valley helps to free up more resources for crafting. Here's a quick and easy guide.

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