: November 23, 2016 (USA); December 22, 2016 (Italy). Directors : Ron Clements and John Musker.

The story is set in Ancient Polynesia and centers on , the daughter of a chief on the island of Motunui. When a blight strikes her island, she discovers she has been chosen by the ocean to return a mystical relic (the heart of Te Fiti) to a goddess. To do so, she must find the demigod Maui and convince him to help her cross the sea to restore balance to nature. Legacy and Future

Released in late 2016, Oceania (Moana) is a musical adventure that follows the journey of a spirited teenager who sets sail on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, she meets the once-mighty demigod , and together they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. Key Details Italian Title : Oceania . Original Title : Moana .

: Features a celebrated soundtrack with songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa'i, and Mark Mancina. Plot Summary

The film was a massive critical and commercial success, leading to a franchise that includes an upcoming live-action adaptation. The live-action version of Oceania is currently scheduled for release in , with Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui and Catherine Laga'aia cast as Moana. Moana * 2016. * PG. * 1h 47m.

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