Maui, voiced by Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, is a Polynesian demigod in the film.
Since the release of the film in 2016, concerned parents have questioned whether or not it is culturally appropriate for their children to dress as Moana or her sidekick Maui.Ī few months before the movie hit the big screen, Disney pulled its Maui costume after it was deemed to be cultural appropriation. 'I would encourage anyone who wants to dress up as a wayfinder who journeys beyond her reef to figure out who she truly is, I totally support you.
Not only does Cravalho believe its okay for children to dress as their favorite Disney Princess, but she is also encouraging adults to get their own Moana costumes. Questions: Since the animated film's release in 2016, people have debated whether or not dressing up as Moana is cultural appropriation A few months before the movie hit the big screen, Disney pulled its Maui costume and apologized after it was deemed to be racially insensitive.Since the animated film's release in 2016, people have fiercely debated whether or not dressing up as Moana and her pal Maui is cultural appropriation.
The 17-year-old added that 'parents can dress up as Moana too'.'It’s done in the spirit of love and for Disney and for the little ones who just want to dress up as their favorite heroine' 'I think it’s absolutely appropriate,' she said.Auli’i Cravalho, the Hawaii-born actress who is the voice of Moana in the Disney film, said she encourages people of all ages to dress up as the character.'It's done in the spirit of love': Hawaiian Moana star insists that it is 'absolutely appropriate' for kids to dress up as the Polynesian princess for Halloween - as critics claim the costumes are racist