The real Disney returns...

Rating: 10/10 (30 November 2016)

It's been several years but Disney seems to have found its groove again when it comes to animated films. "Moana" is by far the best they've made in years.
The soundtrack is catchy but NOT annoying like some of their other more recent films (Frozen...can't stand "Let it Go"). In fact I rushed home to purchase a few of the songs from this picture, and for the record I'm a 33-year old male.
The story doesn't take itself too seriously, but knows exactly when to stop being silly and deliver a dose of reality. Very minimal cast helped the decently paced 2 hour adventure focus on character development and report. Not that ensembles are bad, but this technique really gave Auli'i Cravalho (Moana) a chance to stand on her own and shine. And shine she did.
Great film children and parents a like will enjoy. I cannot recommended it highly enough.