It manages to give us memorable musical numbers, charismatic characters and powerful images and builds a palpable and colourful world in which you want to stay. Full review in Spanish.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Nov 28, 2024

A very good bit of escapism with the top notch Disney music and important social themes about respect for nature.

| Jan 17, 2024

Great fun. A traditional Disney Princess film but with a little more depth to it, being abut personal discovery and bravery.

| Original Score: 4/5 | May 4, 2023

... A great example of the studio putting a modern sheen on traditional formulas.

| May 1, 2023

Some great songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda...

| Dec 21, 2022

Moana proves so visually stunning that all other qualities recede, and the audience beams afterward in awe of its sheer beauty.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Apr 5, 2022

Memorable characters, an empowering message and a catchy soundtrack combine to make this incredible movie. Beautiful use of animation.

| Original Score: 5/5 | Apr 4, 2022

Finally, Disney gives us a princess that truly breaks the mold.

| Aug 26, 2021

It's a deeply moving and beautiful film that celebrates it's main character, her culture and her self-empowerment... but she could have been a lot more meaningful and authentic if she reflected and honored a specific Pacific Island culture.

| Aug 18, 2021

Better than Finding Dory but not quite reaching the level of Zootopia, the latest Disney animated effort of 2016 adheres pretty much to the formula we've come to expect in recent years from the storied studio.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Aug 17, 2021

Best of all, you have a new style princess, one who looks to the future while paying homage to the past.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Feb 3, 2021

With everything you expect of Disney, Moana has the magic to instantly solidify itself as a Disney classic.

| Jan 2, 2021

The look of the film is one of the first elements to astound.

| Original Score: 8/10 | Dec 5, 2020

People can poke fun at the 'Disney Machine' all they want, but when they're on their game they're on their game.

| Original Score: B+ | Jul 11, 2020

Moana would be a positive addition to popular media, but in the current sociopolitical climate, it feels downright vital and indispensable.

| Original Score: B+ | Jul 2, 2020

Moana is a beautiful animated movie that reminds us that the magic of Disney movies have always stays on over the years. [Full review in Spanish]

| Original Score: 7/10 | Jun 27, 2020

The worst thing about it is that it's too long.

| May 7, 2020

This movie needed a little bit more Blue Crush.

| May 7, 2020

Its animation style is warm, inviting and features a lush color pattern that suits its Polynesian roots; it's characters are charming and full of personality; and the songs are soaring and catchy while being inspirational and funny.

| Apr 28, 2020

Moana brings hope to our young ladies. This Disney princess (who doesn't see herself as one), responds to a strong testament that you don't need a man to be strong woman.

| Feb 4, 2020