Releasing on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD March 18 for your home TV Moana 2 will transform your experience into picture quality like never before. The animated film itself should make pre-teen to teens excited about all the action and special effects that make this a continuing adventure with Moana and Maui.
It’s been three years since the young island girl Moana has been put in a situation to protect her island village. This one comes from her ancestors asking her to travel to an island in the uncharted seas of Oceania. Exploring a different land she meets up with the strange coco people who dominate the strange land. But, coming to her aid is an old friend Maui.
Disney makes the adventure exciting for the youngsters with fun laughable challenges by Moana and Maui. The visuals are outstanding making the story come to life with a lot of different tests for the island girl.
The Blu-ray and digital version have many special extras that even the adult fans will like. Here is a list of features:
Bonus Features*
Full Length Sing-Along – Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the movie with on-screen lyrics.
Call of the Wayfinder – Celebrate Pacific wayfinding with the Moana 2 filmmakers as they meet real-life navigators from the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Hear from Nainoa Thompson, CEO of PVS, and other crew members as they discuss the cultural renaissance of wayfinding.
A New Voyage – Join the filmmakers and artistic leads for a deep dive as they reveal the development of this sequel and discuss the impact that the first film had across the globe. Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson talk about what it means to them to return.
Songs of the Sea – Sit down with songwriters Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear, Pacific Islands music legend Opetaia Foa‘i, and composer Mark Mancina as they discuss making the music. Get to know this talented team as they share insight into writing each brand-new song.
Kakamora Chronicles – Ever wanted to know more about the Kakamora? Gather ’round while Moni, everyone’s favorite Motunui historian, tells the tales from real Solomon Island folklore surrounding the mysterious and unforgettable beings known as the Kakamora.
Fun in the Booth – Step inside the recording booth with the brilliant and talented actors of Moana 2 for some creative fun as they bring their characters to life.
Deleted Scenes – Overall introduction to Deleted Scenes by directors David G. Derrick Jr, Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller.
Call to Motufetū
Late to the Party
Crew’s In for a Bruisin’
Help Wanted
Odd Birds
Reunited
Simea’s Chant
Song Selection:
“We’re Back”
“Beyond”
“Finding the Way”
“What Could Be Better Than This”
“Get Lost”
“Can I Get a Chee Hoo”
“Mana Vavau”
“Beyond” Reprise
“Finding the Way” Reprise
*Bonus features may vary by product and retailer
The at home options are as follows:
Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD
Digital Bundle: Moana & Moana 2 2-Movie Collection (4K UHD, HD, SD)
Physical: Limited-Edition Collectible SteelBook (4K UHD, Blu-ray, Digital with SteelBook Packaging), Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD+ Digital), DVD, Moana & Moana 2 2-Movie Collection DVD
Additional Information:
MPAA Rating: PG
Movie Run Time: 2 hrs 20 min.
Language: English
Reviewed Format: Digital
Audio: Digital option is English Dolby Atmos, Spanish and French 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus, English AD 2.0 Dolby Digital
Video: Digital aspect ratio 16:9
Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French
Distributed by: Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Writer, critic, film editor John Delia, Sr. has been on all sides of the movie business from publications to film making. He has worked as a film critic with ACED Magazine for more than 20 years and other publications for a total of 40 years. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Florida. John is a member of the Southeastern Film Critics Association and Critics Association of Central Florida Send John a message at jdelia@acedmagazine.com
