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Moana Remake Fails to Impress Critics | Salt Lake City News
The live-action Moana remake is bombing with critics, sitting at a dismal 35% on Rotten Tomatoes, and projected to earn just $60 million—far below the $145 million Lilo & Stitch pulled in. Reviewers slam it as nearly identical to the 2016 animated hit, calling it a cash grab with little new to offer. Dwayne Johnson’s Maui lacks the charm of his voice role, but Catherine Lagaaia shines as Moana, earning widespread praise. While some defend the film for spotlighting Polynesian culture and argue it’s still fun to watch, the consensus is clear: this remake feels redundant and unnecessary…
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