Review: In 'Moana 2,' a groundbreaking Disney hero dreams bigger, venturing into new territory
Original voice cast members Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return, as does the first film's laudable commitment to repping Polynesian culture and empowerment.
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Moana 2 review – Disney’s most intrepid heroine is as sparky as ever
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Moana 2 review – vacuum-packed Disney ocean adventure that will leave you cold
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Disney's 'Moana 2' rolling toward history-making Thanksgiving weekend
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Review: Though earnest and visually dazzling, 'Moana 2' is more dull than so shiny
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Overwatch 2's New Hero Hazard Revealed, Playable This Week
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'Moana 2' makes history by releasing Maori-language version alongside premiere
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Auli’i Cravalho on ‘Moana 2’ and Making Her Broadway Debut
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‘Wicked' and 'Moana 2' films lead major box office resurgence
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Review: In 'Cross' and 'Day of the Jackal,' driven heroes hunt unreal killers
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Silo season two review – this dystopian thriller is bigger and better than before
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Spellbound review – Netflix’s misfiring Disney princess knock-off
An old-fashioned adventure, complete with Alan Menken music, nobly tries to tackle the effect of marital discord on children but never really casts a spell. To commemorate its 100th anniversary ...World - The Guardian - November 22 -
Philippine president signs new laws to secure sea territory, clashing with China
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed two laws reaffirming the extent of his country’s maritime territories and right to resources, including in the South China Sea, where the new ...World - ABC News - November 8 -
China expanding into disputed Himalayan territory with new villages: report
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The cultural significance of the catchy 'Moana 2' song 'Can I Get a Chee Hoo?'
Actor Auli'i Cravalho and the 'Moana 2' creative team break down the cultural significance of the sequel's earworm, performed with gusto by Dwayne Johnson.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
'Moana 2'-led Thanksgiving box office could be best in post-pandemic era
The trifecta of "Moana 2," "Wicked" and "Gladiator II" could make this year's Thanksgiving box office the best in years.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
'Moana 2'-led Thanksgiving box office could be best in post-pandemic era
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Movie fans are expected to flock to ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Moana 2’ – aka ‘MoGlicked’ or ‘Glickedana’ – this weekend
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Latvia charges 2 Lithuanians for counterfeiting Ariel laundry products in organized criminal venture
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Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge Of The Seven Review
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Insta360 Link 2 Review: A Cheaper, Better Webcam
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Stalker 2: Heart Of Chornobyl Review - In The Zone
It's incredible that Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl even exists. In addition to weathering the COVID-19 pandemic, developer GSC Game World was faced with the Russian invasion of its native Ukraine, ...Tech - GameSpot - November 20 -
Nintendo Executives Emphasize Commitment To "New Ideas," Not "Bigger Budgets"
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New Disney Business Unit to Explore AI, Augmented Reality
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Disney Q4 bolstered by strong results from streaming, 'Inside Out 2' and 'Deadpool & Wolverine'
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Disney hails ‘momentum’ as Deadpool and Inside Out 2 boost box office returns
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Lights fantastic: chasing New York’s vanishing neon dream
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Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 Review: Too Many Corners Cut
This convertible laptop cuts too many corners to make for a worthwhile buy, even at its discounted price.Tech - Wired - November 16 -
Carv 2 Digital Ski Coach Review: Cheaper, Easier, Better
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Inside the Collapse of Venture for America
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11/2: CBS Weekend News
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Twins shuffle front office with new GM, bigger role for Derek Falvey amid plans for team's sale
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