The live-action remake of Disney's 2016 animated hit Moana has been met with criticism for its lacklustre execution and overreliance on CGI.While Dwayne Johnson reprises his role as the demigod Maui, his performance is described as formulaic and detached, with the actor appearing to be on autopilot.

The film attempts to revive Lin-Manuel Miranda's songs and feature a young Samoan-Australian actress, Catherine Laga’aia, as Moana, but the narrative feels redundant and unexciting.

The review highlights the film's deep integration of CGI, which blurs the line between animation and live-action, and questions the necessity of the remake given the original's success.Critics argue that a stage musical adaptation might have offered a more dynamic platform for the musical numbers.Overall, the film is seen as a superfluous addition to Disney's portfolio, prioritizing commercial viability over creative innovation.