Exciting news from Disney! The newest Disney princess, Moana, is Disney’s very first Polynesian princess! Marking Disney’s 56th animated feature film, this new princess will be available to us in…
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‘Moana’ Faces Criticism From Pacific Islander Americans
Disney’s animated movie “Moana,” which hits theaters over the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend, has been met with some criticism by some members of the Asian Pacific American community, who say the…
‘Moana’ To Get Hawaiian-Language Version
…version of the film.” Aloha #moanaohana! So thrilled to announce I’ll be returning to the recording booth for the #HawaiianLanguage version of @DisneyMoana! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/jOf0ZQfgEJ — Auli’i Cravalho (@auliicravalho)…
ICYMI: This Week in API Film News
…as Moana and Johnson as the demigod Maui. Cravalho is the original voice of Moana in the 2016 film, “Moana.” The actress revealed her involvement in the sequel through an…
Why Auli’i Cravalho Loves a Challenge
…many lessons Cravalho has learned in the six years since she sailed into the public eye, making a splash as Disney’s first Polynesian princess: the headstrong and fearless Moana, who braves…
8 API Animated Films for Your Perfect Valentine’s Day Date Night
…perfect balance of both romance and adventure. Runtime: 119 minutes 4. “Moana” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKFuXETZUsI Switching gears, the principal love story in Disney’s “Moana” focuses on a girl and her passion for…
7 API Super Moms From Film and Television That Have A Place In Our Hearts
…and she’s able to string along her family for just about any plan she thinks up. 6. Rachel House as Tala from “Moana” https://youtu.be/E9J7-7wU8CI “Moana” broke into the film scene…
10 WonderCon Cosplays That Blew Our Minds
…been 24 seasons of the action TV series, so there are many versions of Rangers to choose from. 6. Moana Moana (Justin Pagtalunan/Kore Asian Media) You can’t be in…
Audrey’s Days of Summer | Summer Hotspots of Honolulu
…music, tropical cocktails, and dancing. It is also located at the Ala Moana Center, a famous high end outdoor mall, so you can get some shopping done before you head…
Disney announces AAPI scholarship for college students
…Disney’s upcoming animated film “Moana,” the film’s producer Osnat Shurer, Disney’s Chief Diversity Officer Paul Richardson and APIASF President Neil Horikoshi, according to a statement. “The Walt Disney Company’s generous…
New Additions To Your Bookshelf
…and spirituality in the Moʻolelo, or oral stories, of Native Hawaiian culture. The book even made a strong impression on the voice of Disney princess Moana, Auli’i Cravalho. “Lei and…
Here’s Your APAHM Streaming Watchlist
…Rings” (2021) “Raya and the Last Dragon” (2022) “Moana” (2018) TV SHOWS “The Book of Boba Fett” (2021) “Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.” (2021) “Mira, Royal Detective” (2020) Apple TV+ https://youtu.be/O1r5XXJOYNA MOVIES…
Lights, Camera, Paused: COVID-19’s Lasting Impact On Film And TV Sets
…to Vancouver, Canada, to shoot “The Power,” Amazon Studios’ feminist sci-fi series featuring Leslie Mann, Rainn Wilson and “Moana” star Auli’i Cravalho, that production would not be commencing. “The Power”…
6 New TV Shows Starring APAs to Watch In March
…school. “Moana” voice actress Auli’i Cravalho, in her first on-camera role, stars as Lilette Suarez, a student who finds a home in the drama department, led by Josh Radnor (a.k.a….
Top 5 Asian American Social Media Activism Moments Of 2016
…this year, from Auli’i Cravalho voicing Moana to “Fresh Off The Boat” kicking off its third season, Asian American visibility in Hollywood continues to ignite social discussion. 5. #LLAG (Jenny…