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Auliʻi Cravalho discusses representation, cultural authenticity, and the future of Indigenous Hawaiian voices in Disney’s live-action Moana
Hollywood First Look is with Auliʻi Cravalho talking about Disney’s live-action Moana. The reimagining of the beloved animated film celebrates Polynesian culture while introducing Moana’s story to a new generation.
In this interview, Cravalho discusses the importance of ensuring Hawaiians feel seen through the film’s cultural details, her message to the local island community about pursuing their dreams, and where she hopes Indigenous Hawaiian representation in film and television goes from here.
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Auli’i Cravalho
Moana will be in theaters on July 10, 2026.
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