Directors of ‘Moana 2’ drew inspiration from their own families to create Moana’s new sibling, Simea

The magical universe of Disney’s “Moana” captured the hearts of viewers with its magnificent visuals, memorable songs, and an emotional story inspired by Polynesian traditions.

With the highly anticipated sequel, “Moana 2,” on the horizon, fans are excited to witness the development of their favorite characters, especially Moana and her new sibling, Simea.

This adorable sibling bond is inspired by the real-life dynamics between director David Derrick Jr.’s, children, who were born 14 years apart.

In a recent interview with On The Red Carpet, Derrick shared a touching moment from the film where a character experiences the bittersweet realization of watching a loved one embark on a new journey, reflecting on the poignant aspects of growing up.

The directors aim to explore this theme of growth within Moana, allowing her character to evolve significantly from the first film.

Director Jason Hand added, “I think the sister relationship is something really meaningful,” and hints at the deeper narrative layers woven into the film. “But there’s actually so much more to it.”

Music has always been a cornerstone of the Moana narrative, and fans are eager to know what musical gems await them in the sequel.

David teased, “I think we have a few, actually.”

Director Dana Ledoux Miller further added humorously, “We have a lot of parents that come up to us and say, ‘All we hear is Moana 1 soundtrack!’ – get ready!”

Ledoux Miller assured us that the music will be just as iconic as those from the original film, “we weren’t going to go smaller in the 2nd film.”

When discussing the pivotal moments that lie ahead in the film, Dana hinted at an intense moment in Act 3:

“You’re not ready for Act 3. Moana goes into an incredible storm, and that’s where she’s really put to the test and forced to make choices that have real consequences in her life and the lives of others, and it changes Maui forever!”

“Moana 2” opens only in theaters on Nov. 27.

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