As a long-time Disney enthusiast and someone who has spent countless hours dissecting every frame of their animated masterpieces, I must admit that the recent revelation about the live-action remake of Moana left me rather bewildered.
For the first time, admirers of Disney’s “Moana” got a peek at the live-action portrayal of the title character, skillfully played by Catherine Laga-aia. She is also reprising her role as the demigod Maui in a more tangible form. However, it should be noted that if Maui wasn’t wearing what some X/Twitter users have quickly identified as a muscle suit, he wouldn’t be flesh and blood.
As a movie enthusiast, I’ve got to say that the concept of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who has previously pushed his physical limits to monumental proportions for films like Black Adam, apparently slips into a muscle suit to bring Maui to life. Take a moment to let that sink in. This post, I believe, encapsulates it perfectly.
It’s understandable that if you shoot videos on a public beach, there’s always a chance someone might capture it with their camera. So when an insider image of the crew with Maui’s massive hook was circulating online, it wasn’t just that picture being shared – many other candid shots from the production were too. And it seems the public isn’t pleased with what they’re finding online.
Eight years after the enchanting debut of the animated Moana, I find myself pondering the necessity of its live-action remake, especially when Moana 2, our continuation of their captivating journey, arrives in cinemas soon. The intrigue deepens even more when we recall that Moana 2 was initially slated for a Disney+ series. It’s a tangled web indeed!
What Are Fans Saying About Dwayne Johnson’s Maui?
Despite the fact that the hazy images from the Moana set are unfinished and haven’t undergone the typical CGI enhancements yet, which will be added later during post-production, this hasn’t stopped internet users from criticizing the film based on these early, rough looks.
The appearance of Johnson as Maui, who he voiced in the original movie and its upcoming sequel, came in for some of the criticism. @M_A_N_ofLetters wrote, “They gave him a body suit? They know live action’s supposed to be more realistic, right?”@Wierd_o78033920 followed this by adding, “Not even gonna cap, this is genuinely more insulting and cynical than the live action How To Train Your Dragon.”
Meanwhile, there were numerous individuals who seized the occasion to criticize Disney for producing a live-action adaptation of Moana, especially given that they are still developing animated sequels. @ScatlinkSean expressed his sentiments by saying, “It’s puzzling why they are creating a ‘live-action’ remake of Moana when the original animated film has only recently had an animated sequel released? It appears to be confounding for both new and returning viewers.
Regardless of public responses, it’s clear that when the film Moana arrives in theaters, Disney is likely to rake in more profits. With many live-action adaptations on the horizon during this period often criticized as creatively barren, there will still be a crowd eager for Disney’s next offering.
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2024-11-21 03:33