“As a Polynesian woman, Moana It was a game changer for me. I was so proud to see Disney princesses inspired by my culture. I love the small details that accurately represent my traditions: tattoos, clothing, mythology, music.Unfortunately, previously Moana, many of the people I spoke to had never heard of the Pacific islands (except Hawaii). After the movie came out, we had a reference that everyone knew and understood. Being seen is so important! “
-Anonymous
“For context, I am half Filipino and my family is from Hawaii. We have Native Hawaiians in our family, just not of my direct lineage. I am immersed in the local Hawaiian culture. I grew up soaking, just a little bit darker than Filipinos.” I was hula dancing and consuming a lot of Hawaiian content when I was a kid, so Moana We both cried because it was so meaningful to see Polynesian culture on the big screen with my mother. It reminded us of our second home, Hawaii. I have long, dark, wavy hair just like Moana, and even though she’s not of the same blood as me, I still felt represented by Moana in some way. . “
-Anonymous