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Disney's Moana 2 Reverses A Major Sequel Trend That Gladiator 2 Didn't Avoid

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Moana 2 bucks the trend of uninspired legacy sequels, unlike Gladiator 2's misstep, proving Disney's ability to revive iconic franchises.
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  • Moana 2 sidesteps the common pitfall of rehashing the original story, instead forging a fresh narrative that expands the world of the beloved Disney princess.
  • In contrast, Gladiator 2 falls victim to the 'more of the same' trap, failing to capture the magic of the original and leaving fans disappointed, according to industry insiders.
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Jeremy Mathai, Disney, Moana 2, Gladiator 2
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