Disney is facing criticism after releasing the trailer for the live-action remake of Moana. The film, starring Catherine Laga’aia as Moana, is scheduled to come out in 2026, and it features some differences from the animated original, including a change to Moana’s hairstyle – she now has straighter hair.
Fans are expressing their disappointment on X, pointing out that the hair in Disney’s ‘Moana’ looks much more like Auli’i Cravalho’s natural curls than the style shown in recent promotional images. One fan shared a side-by-side comparison, commenting that the difference is ‘extremely odd’.
Someone else pointed out that the movie seems to be using AI, and expressed disbelief that Moana’s hair had been straightened.
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On Threads, many fans expressed disappointment with the hairstyle chosen for the actress playing Moana. One commenter questioned why the actress’s naturally perfect hair wasn’t used, pointing out the potentially harmful message it sends to young Pacific Islander girls. Another, a Samoan woman herself, shared that seeing the actress’s hair styled differently was particularly upsetting, especially considering the beautiful curls Moana has in the original animated film.
Someone else shared this view, praising Moana’s hair as a highlight of her animated design and expressing a wish that the live-action actress had been able to wear her natural hair in the film.
The upcoming live-action film is already sparking debate, and the trailer has left many fans questioning Disney’s decision to remake a movie that’s less than ten years old. People are voicing their concerns in the comments section of the trailer on YouTube.
People are questioning Disney’s decision to remake ‘Moana,’ which originally came out in 2016. One commenter sarcastically pointed out that a nine-year-old movie definitely needed a remake, while another wondered what the purpose of updating a CGI film with more CGI would be.
One commenter criticized Disney for remaking a film so soon after its original release, saying it showed they were running out of ideas.
The highly anticipated sequel to Moana is scheduled to arrive in the UK and US on July 10, 2026. Dwayne Johnson will return as the beloved demigod, Maui, and will be joined by John Tui, Frankie Adams, and Rena Owen in supporting roles.
The live-action remake of Moana will be released in the UK and the US on 10 July 2026.
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2025-11-19 14:49