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Moana
2026·Movie
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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Uplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness9
- Coming of Age9
- Wholesome8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Fantasy, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout storytelling
- Narrative Structure8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score and cinematography
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography8
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighUplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting, wholesome, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around fantasy, growing up, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout score and cinematography
Look and sound: the score and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches the island of an impetuous Chieftain, his willful daughter answers the Ocean's call to seek out the demigod to set things right.
Family AdventurePolynesian MythologyHero's JourneyMagical QuestEmpowering StoryVisually StunningCatchy MusicMythological FantasyCultural ExplorationLighthearted Humor
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Questions about Moana
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Moana worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 87% and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Moana rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
Do critics and audiences agree on Moana?
Critics84
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate Moana higher (84) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Moana in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Moana use?
Hamster-Wheel PowerWater Is DryThwarted Coup de GrâceYellow/Purple ContrastWait HereSecret Test of CharacterThe UnderworldUpsetting the BalanceCrunchtasticAbsurdly Sharp BladeProphecy TwistA Wild Rapper Appears!and 330 more
TV Tropes lists 342 storytelling tropes for Moana, including Hamster-Wheel Power, Water Is Dry, Thwarted Coup de Grâce.