However, the movie features an unexpected twist surrounding Matangi and her actual role in the narrative.
It also sets the stage for Matangi to play a more interesting role in anypotentialMoana 3.
Matangi doesn’t impede Moana’s journey, instead actively helping reunite her with the rest of her crew.
However, her twist is different in a very important way from other recent Disney antagonists.
Regardless, it’s exciting to see Disney Animation embracing different approaches to villains.
Moana 2 is the sequel to the 2016 animated film Moana. Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, the film continues the journey of Moana as she embarks on new adventures, exploring the vast Pacific Ocean while encountering new characters and challenges along the way.
