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Moana, The Walt Disney Company, Dwayne Johnson, Auliʻi Cravalho
Dwayne Johnson and Auliʻi Cravalho to Star in Disney's 'Moana'
Disney's highly anticipated animated feature film, 'Moana', is set to hit theaters in November 2016, and the star-studded cast is sure to impress. Dwayne Johnson and Auliʻi Cravalho will lend their voices to the lead roles of Maui and Moana, respectively.
Johnson, known for his roles in action films such as the 'Fast and Furious' franchise and 'Jumanji', will voice the demigod Maui, who helps Moana on her journey to save her people. Cravalho, a newcomer to the film industry, will voice the titular character Moana, a strong-willed and determined young woman who sets sail on an epic adventure to find a fabled island.
The film is directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, the duo behind such Disney classics as 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Aladdin'. The screenplay was written by Jared Bush and Chris Williams, who also worked on 'Zootopia'.
Moana is set in the ancient Pacific Islands, and the film's story is inspired by Polynesian mythology. The film follows Moana as she sets sail on a journey to find a fabled island, accompanied by Maui. Along the way, they encounter a variety of challenges, including giant monsters and treacherous storms.
The film's voice cast also includes Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, and Alan Tudyk. Moana is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages when it hits theaters in November 2016.