Disney's 'dismal' live-action Moana panned by critics - BBC
Disney's new live-action remake of 'Moana' has received largely negative reviews from critics, who described it as dull and overly reliant on CGI. While some praised Dwayne Johnson's performance, others criticized the film for feeling like an unnecessary, animated-heavy product.
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The critical reception of this film reflects broader industry debates regarding the quality and necessity of live-action remakes of animated classics.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Annabel Rackham Culture reporter Disney Disney has once again taken one of its biggest animated hits of recent years and turned it into a live-action remake - but the new take on 2016's Moana has been panned by most critics.
Balanced summary of critical reception citing multiple sources.
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