Walt Disney Animation Studios MOANA on Digital HD Feb. 21 and Blu-ray
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Epic Comedy-Adventure
Sails Home on Digital HD Feb. 21 and Blu-ray™ March 7
Continue the journey with hours of fun-filled
extras showcasing an all-new mini-movie,
the charismatic cast, famed filmmakers,
dynamic musical team, the beautiful people and cultures of the Pacific Islands,
a deleted song, deleted scenes, and more!
BURBANK,
Calif., Jan. 13, 2017 — Walt Disney
Animation Studios’ “Moana,” the sweeping story of a spirited teenager who sets sail on a daring adventure
to save her people, starring newcomer Auli‘i Cravalho as the voice of brave and tenacious Moana
and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (HBO’s “Ballers,” “Central Intelligence”) as the
larger-than-life demigod Maui, has dazzled both critics and audiences. The film
earned a 95% critics’ consensus on Rotten Tomatoes and the No. 1 spot at the
domestic box office opening weekend. Now, “Moana” sets a new course, arriving to
homes on Digital HD/3D and Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA) on Feb. 21, and on Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray,
DVD and On-Demand on March 7.
Continuing the fun-filled adventure, families can
continue their journey filled with hours of extensive and entertaining bonus
offerings including: a new, hilarious mini-movie featuring Moana and Maui; an
in-depth look at how the people, cultures and heritage of the Pacific Islands
shaped the story of “Moana;” revealing Q&A with co-stars Auli‘i
Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson, and famed
animation directors Ron Clements and John Musker; insider access to Lin-Manuel
Miranda, Mark Mancina and Opetaia FoaÊ»i, the trio behind the film’s moving music; four
mini-documentaries highlighting the movie’s groundbreaking effects; deleted
scenes; a deleted song; hidden Easter Eggs; music video; “Inner
Workings,” the theatrical short film directed by Leo Matsuda that spotlights
the internal struggle between a man’s Brain and Heart; and much, much more.
“Moana” stars Auli‘i Cravalho as the voice of Moana, Dwayne Johnson as the
voice of Maui, Temuera Morrison (“Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the
Clones,” “Once Were Warriors,” “Six Days, Seven Nights”) as Moana’s no-nonsense
father, Chief Tui; Rachel House (“Whale Rider,” “Hunt for Wilderpeople,” “Eagle
vs Shark,” “Boy,” “White Lies”) as Moana’s trusted Gramma Tala; and Nicole
Scherzinger (Grammy®-nominated singer, West End’s “Cats”) as Moana’s playful
and strong-willed mother, Sina; Jemaine Clement (“The BFG,” “Despicable Me,”
“Rio,” “Rio 2,” “What We Do in the Shadows,” Flight of the Conchords) voices
Tamatoa, a self-absorbed, 50-foot crab; and Alan Tudyk (“Zootopia,” “Wreck-It
Ralph,” “Big Hero 6”) lends his voice to stowaway rooster Heihei.
According to directors Ron Clements and John Musker,
the story of “Moana” was inspired by the great explorers who masterfully
navigated the vast Pacific, discovering the many islands of Oceania. “Voyaging
is a real source of pride for many Pacific Islanders, a part of their
identity,” says Clements. Many experts believe that about 3,000 years ago,
those deep-sea exploratory voyages halted for about a millennium before
resuming. This rebirth of exploration sparked the filmmakers’ imaginations, and
the heroine at the heart of the story. “The idea of a teenage girl who dreamed
of becoming a navigator—considering the abilities of her ancestors—was so
appealing,” explains Musker. Moana’s quest to become a wayfinder also serves as
a journey of self-discovery, empowering her to find her own identity – a
beautiful and powerful message for audiences of all ages and genders.
Bonus features include*:
Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray & Digital 3D/HD/SD:
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