Auli’i Cravalho on Her “Polynesian Pride” at ‘Moana 2’ U.K. Premiere: “My Inner Theater Kid Is Happy”

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Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson reunite for the long-awaited sequel 'Moana 2', showcasing Polynesian pride and the evolving journey of Disney's beloved heroine.
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  • Cravalho, who was just 14 when cast as Moana, says the sequel explores 'myths and mythology' she grew up with, connecting the past to the future.
  • Composers Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear highlight how 'Moana 2' allows the heroine to age and 'mess up', inspiring kids to learn from their mistakes instead of letting them 'beat them down'.
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Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Disney, Moana 2
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