Moana 2 | Movie Review

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

Over on Patreon there's an extended cut of this video with a few extra minutes and ads turned off.

[@sergioliden5652]

Ima watch the Chandler cut🍷😎

[@GFettJake]

Please do a new updated video ranking all the Disney Animated movies including Moana 2

[@whiteydiamond]

LMAO you want people to PAY YOU? For what?

[@jadencasto]

Your daughter is a more attentive movie watcher/critic than most adults 😂😂

[@tonyilias2561]

Your daughter Chloe looks and talks just like you. It's so adorable. She's very smart and well-spoken, and is already turning into a profession movie critic that isn't afraid to tell the truth 😎

[@SixSioux]

Was about to write the same, she's just Great! You must be proud of her Sean!!

[@writinggurl21]

Agree! Like father, like daughter.

[@MichaelTomsyck]

Sean got to work on this video quick. He went to the press screening later last night with his family, filmed a twenty five minute review, trimmed the review down to twenty minutes for public viewing in the editing, and then released the video before his lunch. A true content machine!

[@themarvelanddcmarshlands]

17:40-Chloe sounds more and more like she's about to take over the channel

[@123legoz4]

She should start her own channel if she wants or take over when Sean retires

[@talapantedtoad6461]

Ngl everything I’ve seen from this film looks fine but it also very much feels like a straight to Disney plus production imo.

[@ahmadmohammed4212]

Yep , Bob Iger made huge mistake with this one

[@joshhickeysmoviereviews]

it was supposed to be a DIsney+ series changed to a movie at the last second

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

@@ahmadmohammed4212 It's going to make DRAMATICALLY more than Wish and Strange World.

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

@@joshhickeysmoviereviews But in this context that, "last second" was a full year.

[@ahmadmohammed4212]

​@@SeanChandlerTalksAbout I know that

[@MB832]

I see Chole is taking after her father

[@MasonGrant0704]

Another example of not every hit movie needs a sequel but God forbid, Disney doesn't drive something into the ground for money.

[@noobmasterruben5167]

Kung fu panda 4 and Moana 2 are big examples

[@MissyFaith1971]

When Disney only has 2 successful moneymaking movies in 2024, they are desperate to grab cash where they can. Deadpool and Wolverine and Inside Out 2 EACH separately made a billion dollars. Otherwise... because they chose a specific formula in every single movie both live and animated that sneaks messaging in vs entertainment they have become a flop factory and laughing stock. " made for modern audiences " or " strong female characters " in everything. Girl boss movies or changing beloved stories and iconic characters. Awful.

[@juanfilms8605]

Your daughter is a future film critic

[@paradisecity0406able]

Needless to say, this movie will *SAIL* past expectations, box office-wise

[@DarthEqualizer]

Not funny my guy

[@JW0819]

I *SEA* what you did there

[@Silvermoon32109]

They could have easily justified the sister's existence if the villain kidnapped her. BOOM sister is relevant and there is stakes to the adventure. Just fixed the movie

[@therealangelosettler]

I love your daughters in a non creepy way lol and I love when you get your kids and their friends thoughts after a kid movie

[@Rockstar-bq5fm]

I imagine this felt like a converted tv show after all then

[@theall-rounder5845]

Chloe rearing up to take over the family business ❤😂

[@heymistercarter.]

What’s interesting is, the original came out the same year as Zootopia. Zootopia made more at the box office, and won the Animated Feature Oscar over MOANA… yet MOANA is the one that’s gone on to be more popular with families as one of this generation’s new Disney classics, while sadly no one talks about Zootopia anymore. I mean, Zootopia is getting its sequel next year, and I’m DESPERATELY hoping that’s better than I’m hearing this is. I guess we’ll have to see how it shakes out.

[@jim1242]

I guess its doen to the songs. Thats the reasons a lot of kids like to re-watch it..

[@Kyle_765]

Because Moana 2016 had amazing songs and music which helped made it more memorable. If Zootopia was a musical I would have seen it becoming way more successful than Moana

[@jchandlersabeast]

Moana is a princess movie so kids love it. Zootopia is almost more for adults. But still very popular just not as much

[@AnujChatterjee-q5b]

Definitely agree with what the OP said. Moana is an amazing movie but I like Zootopia more and I really wanted a sequel for that. So I am glad a sequel is made and I REALLY hope it doesn't end up like this. I am glad reptile characters are involved and as a reptile lover it would be really disheartening if Zootopia 2 is disappointing.

[@Seroxm13]

Zootopia is way better! And I love the song "Try Everything" by Shakira.

[@minidar8908]

Dang great points by Chloe!!!

[@Kelga80]

I love Chloe's reviewing skills.

[@mrsseanchandlertalksabout4792]

Our youngest is in love with "Get Lost." It made Moana 2 her favorite over Moana. I disagree, ha, but she *loves* that song

[@tillm2481]

your daughter has excellent musical taste.. as one of the female songwriters was mentored by Quincy Jones.. yes, Moana songs by LMM were catchy and had success..but overrated..

[@BussinHomie]

This is my most anticipated movie for the rest of the year. Hope to see it during my thanksgiving break. Hope it lives up to my hype for it

[@jeremybottoms7619]

What about sonic 3?

[@BussinHomie]

@ that’s my 2nd most anticipated movie.

[@noobmasterruben5167]

It doesnt live to the hype sorry dude

[@peterlyon367]

Thank you for including the parts with your kids. I am taking my Daughter (Age 3.5) to it with her Cousins (Ages 5 & 7) for a Friday matinee and the kid reviews are helpful for this.

[@RyanCalebSmith]

I love it when 2 of my fellow film critics (Sean Chandler and Filmstocked) upload the movie review at the same time 🔥🔥🔥

[@FallenKnight2244]

Chloe should be the future of movie critics.

[@futurecoug2012]

I thought the film was incredible. My biggest issue was how CLEARLY this movie was supposed to be a TV series. Everything was too pushed together & rushed. If this had more time to breathe & play out, I think it would've been near perfect. It was certainly too safe as you said Sean, but for a world this beautiful & enjoyable, I didnt have a huge problem with that. But ya, just too rushed overall, but still so beyond gorgeous & cute

[@futurecoug2012]

Also, your daughter Chloe KILLED IT with her review, Sean 👏👏👏 you taught her well!!!

[@clarissawestbrook2203]

I'm a HUGE movie enthusiast/lover especially horror movies, aspiring business owner and actress. I've already watched 54 movie releases in the movie theater this year including Moana 2 yesterday in RPX with a few of my coworkers. It's such a beautiful movie and very immersive. The story/plot and score isn't as good as the first one but I still had a fun time with Moana 2. This was another good movie review Sean. Happy Thanksgiving! 🎬🎥🎟️🎞️🍿🥤❤❤❤❤🦃🦃🍽️🍽️

[@GPXBrent]

Gonna be seeing this with my sister tomorrow for her birthday (albeit in Flemish). Pretty excited!

[@jediconnor9349]

Fun Fact: I have one of those poster-scratch pads at home.😅

[@AmauriPoyntz]

Awesome review here my dude and Chloe is definitely a future movie critic without a doubt she's growing so fast and yes this movie is worth checking out i saw it yesterday and it was great though the music doesn't top the first one it's still a great movie and I love how it represents the Polynesian culture as well and aulii and the rock are the best team around :)

[@maingamer6846]

Ya know, they say life imitates art, and your oldest definitely has the potential to follow in your footsteps someday (I especially loved the "if you plan on taking your little ones" part lol) which is think is both adorable and awesome.

[@NinthShinigami]

I’m seeing it Friday with my fam and some more members. Hoping for at least a fun time 👍 feels like a movie that was rushed out tho from the trailers and bts stuff

[@realfitzmarker]

Now I want Disney to do a recompilation series of the film.

[@hollum1648]

Chloe’s reaction shows exactly why the “it’s for kids, who cares if it’s bad” crowd is wrong. Kids are smart and they deserve good content to watch.

[@E01234]

Does anyone else notice the message or concept of death being in every kid movie? They say it alot in this movie, the wild robot, that star in mario brothers…….it could just be me, but it is unsettling it’s brought up as a comic relief joke

[@movielover7565]

I honestly really liked it. It's not AS good as the OG but that doesn't make it bad. It's still good. It's still fun at the theater. Which is exactly what people are looking for anyways.

[@whiteydiamond]

Grown man with a marvel hoodie watches a children's sing a long disney movie and wants people to give him money for it

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

What point are you trying to make? There's literally several 1,000 free videos on this youtube channel. I post free content virtually every single day. For the last 2 years I've averaged more than 2 free videos per day. Yes I have membership site for people who want to support the channel and do my best to deliver extra value for all the people who join. I've been a full-time film critic for nearly 6 years. This is my job. So what is your point?

[@joshhickeysmoviereviews]

Man. Black Adam, Red One, This.....Man, Rock cannot catch a break!!!!

[@heymistercarter.]

@@joshhickeysmoviereviews he’s in Benny Safdie’s new A24 film The Smashing Machine. And given that it’s a sort of biopic of an MMA/UFC star, it may be looked at as a sort of self-critique/reflection film for him. Maybe that can turn the tide for him.

[@movielover7565]

TF are you talking about? THIS movie is good. It's just not AS great as the original.

[@veronicamoravega7754]

Your eldest daughter is so eloquent and gave such a good critic of the film! I watched it today and I completely agree with both of your reviews 😂 Also loved the fact that she said something for the “little ones” but to me she is a little one 🥹 I guess I am getting older 😅

[@corrado8955]

Thanks for the review. About what I expected and I imagine the kids will be over the moon for this one. Moana is one of my daughter’s favorites. Minor side gripe as a long time subscriber - I pay for KZbin red and it kind of sucks to have mid roll adds. Obviously I skip them but that is why I pay money for the service. I have no interest in being sold to. I get that it might be in your contract but I find it very frustrating as it has cropped up more and more. Anyway, much love to you Sean. Hope you don’t take that the wrong way about the quality of your content. Just a nit pick I wanted to provide respectful feedback about.

[@mrsseanchandlertalksabout4792]

The sister was in there to anchor Moana, and make her hesitant to leave home again for an undefined period of time.

[@CiscoB80]

I want that Marvel hoodie! 👌

[@ironpaddington7]

Have a feeling this'll be the 3rd Oscar snub for WDAS while Inside Out 2 gets an Oscar nomination.

[@eanderson9599]

The fact that his daughter gives this critical analysis at like 11 years olds is hilarious

[@JordansMortalKombatAdven-xn3qo]

@SeanChandlerTalksAbout I enjoyed the first Moana and am excited for this one however, that was my main concern was would all the extra characters that were added in when it was being developed as a Disney+ TV series going to be too surface level and focus more on Moana and Maui going on an adventure like the first film and it sounds like it’s a fun time but, it definitely sounds like all those extra characters could have been chopped out of the script to tighten it up a bit for a movies run time after changing it from a series about a year ago but, it still sounds fun

[@HaydenSenter]

Great review man! Was gonna go to the advanced screening last night but ended up seeing it earlier today. Agree with everything you said. It’s not great, not bad, just fine. Felt like something was missing. 👊🔥

[@j-2-da-man932]

16:41-17:45 Yeah, your kid knows what’s up.

[@reallywish212]

I took my daughter to see this and she loved it. I thought it was good, but definitely falls short of the original. The songs are okay, the only standout for me being Beyond. The characters were fun, really loved Moana and Maui. The beginning and end were the strongest parts of the film and Moans's little sister stole every scene she was in

[@josephlewis4164]

After watching it this morning, I agree the songs are low quality. But the story was fun! I had a good time

[@albertcollazo4006]

My word would be “underwhelmed“. The movie looked beautiful visually and the animators did their thing! The facial expressions throughout the movie popped. And the music was much better in Moana 1.

[@rileywarner5258]

Would really love for Sean to watch Arcane, he would love it.

[@eanderson9599]

I’m shocked he’s never talked about Arcane, it’s right up his alley. Season 1 at least

[@kristenfuller9168]

I do plan on seeing it on Black Friday. I went to see wish on Black Friday last year as well. I hope this movie is better and more fun. I kind of fell asleep a little bit during wish last year.

[@superherofan198]

I love the first film, but this is probably not one I’m going to rush out and see. I’m most likely going to take my parents to see Wicked which I have already seen. Btw, have you seen Arcane Sean? Would love to hear your thoughts.

[@MichaelTomsyck]

@@superherofan198 To the best of my knowledge, I don’t think Sean has watched any of Arcane as he doesn’t watch adult animated shows.

[@superherofan198]

@ I wouldn’t necessarily classify Arcane as adult animation in the same vein as Invincible. I think it’s definitely a show his son could watch.

[@123legoz4]

@@MichaelTomsyck Arcane is for teens

[@johnjones-uc3ni]

My Granddaughter went to see this last night. She said it's OK but not nearly as good as Moana. She also said the music wasn't as good either. But Moana was a great movie so I'm not surprised part 2 isn't as good.

[@aidendemers2883]

Sean I love you, but respectfully Moana ate on Beyond and totally stood out💯For sure all together not as strong as the first film.

[@ahmadmohammed4212]

I'm very curious to hear sean's thoughts on epoisode 2 of Dune : Prophecy

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

I haven't seen it

[@RoyalKingOliver]

It pains me that Moana didn’t win the Oscar back in 2016 over Zootopia, yet that pain pales in comparison to this… I don’t even know what to call this movie.

[@jacindaellison3363]

Oh dear, maybe I should wait to stream it.

[@thedisneynerd7866]

I'm seeing the film in a couple hours so i'm going into it with mid expectations

[@missbrie2]

Same. All I'm hoping for is at least a fun time

[@pascova5088]

how did it turn out?

[@thedisneynerd7866]

@@pascova5088 Ehh. It was fun and enjoyable but not as good as the first one

[@GFettJake]

I just saw Moana 2 and I agree with all three points people are saying. The movie was just okay/mid. I think you should still go see it. Songs aren’t as great as the first one. I think what made my experience worse was I had girls sitting next to me goofing around hitting each other, on their phones, talking during the movie. It was so god damn annoying. I had to shush them and tell them to stop and they got all pissed off at me. This is why people don’t like going to the movie theaters anymore because people like that ruin the experience.

[@Literallyme-lz7vg]

Pls can you do a review on Senna,It’s A Netflix tv show That Recently Came

[@marquizstuart7688]

I personally loved it.A huge step up from the first movie story wise.I agree the songs were not memorable so in terms of songs the first movie still wins.I saw it in 4dx 3D an man o man those visuals had me stunned.Didnt take off my glasses once.8/10 movie.I might see it again 😊

[@scruffd0g193]

All in all, this movie should make a ton of money.

[@naomisilverfang7098]

I feel like the antagonist had the best song, and then Maui followed it up with the weakest song, despite it being accompanied by good visuals.

[@kj3-o7m]

your daughter thinks she’s the main character

[@katen8956]

early HAPPY THANKSGIVING to Sean and everyone here. 😊 not interested in this movie but I'm excited to see Moana 2 vs Wicked at the box office! 🤔

[@AnujChatterjee-q5b]

Would you say its better than Kung Fu Panda 4 or not ? Both got similar reviews even though I personally think KFP4 is a great mocie. Just curious. I think this is a Venom 3 situation where its better than the last few stuff we have getting from the studio but also not enough to get it back on top.

[@MegaDynamiteDan]

You bet kung fu panda 4 is great don't care what anybody says Zhen is more memorable than moana's crew and her pointless sister wouldn't be surprised if mtangi or nalo aren't as good the chameleon or Proximus caesar from kingdom of the planet of the apes But they'll never be as good as Big Jack Horner nor Death

[@AnujChatterjee-q5b]

@@MegaDynamiteDan Did you watch Moana 2 ??

[@MegaDynamiteDan]

@@AnujChatterjee-q5b Not yet I am expecting it to better than strange world, wish, and despicable me 4 but that's not saying much I'm not expecting something amazing from it just good.

[@MegaDynamiteDan]

@AnujChatterjee-q5b Saw Moana 2 even though it was pretty good let's just say Kung fu panda 4 is better and the chameleon is better than matangi and nalo (who's design sucks compare to the chameleon)

[@rosssapp6990]

Moana deserved better, I absolutely adore the first one. There were some story elements especially in the third act where I really like where a potential third movie can go. But the lead up to it was just meh. Definitely better than Disney animations recent offerings. But a big step down from the first for sure.

[@crystals4ever]

Your kids are adorable!

[@Jamie_Winsh]

I absolutely love the first Moana and yet after a lot of thinking I've decided I'm not bothered about seeing it in theatres unless I hear amazing things about it. I've seen the trailers so many times and there is still nothing in the trailers that hooked me at all. I didn't even understand what the story was about and the overall set up, premise and humour just felt a lot more generic and predictable. Tbh if just feels unnecessary and you can certainly feel the fact that this was converted into a movie

[@jim1242]

Like Pixar, Disney animation studios has not been the same since John lasseter left (he overaw Zootoipia, Moana, Big Hero 6, Wreck it Ralph, Frozen), The only good Disney animation movie (not pixar) since Frozen 2, is Ecanto)

[@achaudhari101]

Lassetter has been failing as well.

[@ELI134-k4k]

I thought the movie was ok I don't love the original but I thought this was just a Disney plus original put into theaters

[@clementejr]

They don’t make Disney movies like they use to. What do you guys think? 🤔

[@88lilies]

Yeah, I miss 2D animation.

[@MissyFaith1971]

They definitely don't.

[@jim1242]

I predict this will have a big opening 5 day thanksgiving opening, based on goodwill, sucess of the first movie on Disney+. However, given, the songs are not as good for this sequel (a big reson the first one conitbues to be a streaming hit), and the consensus the movie is fairly bland. I predict it will not have great legs. Especially given Wicked was so well received and a lot of familes might wait for streaming if they hear this movie is just medicore. I dont think this movie will be critic proof like a Minons movie..

[@charlescorpuz4476]

You're right

[@Moonlight-qo5hw]

After watching this review, I rather wait for Sonic 3. Disney just doesn’t care anymore.

[@TEZEM0N]

kid content was awesome

[@fire2box]

You know what another safe film was? Wish.

[@jim1242]

The last well recevied Disney animated movie that also made money (excluding Pixar) was Frozen 2, 5 yaars ago, as enchanto did not perform at the box office. It sounds like this run will continue. I guess this is why he head of Disney Animation stepped down this year (espeically with the flops strange world and wish)

[@giuliopianese6690]

this movie will do great at the box office

[@jim1242]

@@giuliopianese6690 agree, but it is not a great movie. So the last great disney animated movie that also did well was still frozen 2 (or maybe even the last moana as a lot of people think frozen 2 is just ok, and wreck it ralph 2 was not that good either)

[@MegaDynamiteDan]

​​@@jim1242 Haven't seen it but I am keeping my expectations low I do like me some more pua though

[@ZachMilneTalksMovies]

I was sadly very disappointed by this film. Everything that I loved about the first film felt absent, the new characters were forgettable and even the story felt lacking to me. I just couldn’t get on board for the journey beyond the reef this time.

[@rockabye274]

I have no problems with the review, but I'm pretty sure there's no such word as "swang."

[@ilikeeverything.5900]

Hey Sean, just curious, which movie are you planning on seeing first? Sonic 3 or Mufasa?

[@MichaelTomsyck]

It’ll be whichever pressing screening is before the other. It’d be very foolish to schedule them both on the same night.

[@ilikeeverything.5900]

@@MichaelTomsyck Hmm, I'm assuming it's gonna be Mufasa then. I don't see Paramount managing to get a screening for Sonic 3 before it, especially when it's going up against Disney.

[@BrandonSantibanez-wwe]

Can I get a cheehoo

[@GBmovieluv]

I still enjoyed movie, about as much as the youngest of the girls in the video

[@imjusthere750]

This movie reeks of Disney only using what’s already been successful to be successful. They’ve already done it to another movie this year and they will do it again in the next couple years. They are very afraid to do anything new and be profitable.

[@hassansulaiman3848]

Inside out 2 was actually a necessary sequel to make

[@giuliopianese6690]

1) they have been doing new things for three years. 2) the new animation has difficulties. In 5 years only two original animated films have exceeded 300 million (Elemental and the Wild Robor), and only Elemental 400, and given that Disney films cost 150/200 million takings on 250 are not enough for them. Even dreamworks doesn't do well when they make new things, the difference is that the films cost a lot less.

[@reallywish212]

I don't blame them. They've been doing originals for both Pixar and Disney that haven't done well at the box office in the past 5 years

[@Fan-Nimater101]

U know what I just got done watching it And I got to say it’s a worthy sequel to the original what’s to hate here The songs were not as good as the original I loved Beyond and can I get a little CEO who! Also they tease a third one

[@tonyilias2561]

Sounds like this movie is very mid and is like those direct to DVD sequels that Disney made in the 2000s and doesn't even come close to being as good as the original. I'm perfectly fine with having seen only the first movie which is 1 of their best films of the last 10 years and is endlessly rewatchable. If I ever feel like watching this sequel, I'll just save my money and maybe watch it on Disney+ and not waste $15 and gas money going to the theater for something like this, but most likely I won't ever care enough to watch it in all honesty.

[@JoshuaKnab]

I really couldnt get over the slapstick theme of thos film. I wanted more of the first film and this isnt it. The backgrounds of most of the shots don't look good to me. The charachters movement feels like a TV show

[@cybersoldierforever]

So sequels are the way to go? Okay then, but original stories needed more respect.

[@alexp601]

Sadly, a lot of original films don't get the respect they deserve, and shallow sequels outshine them in the box office all the time.

[@deenkhan4711]

Does the king reply

[@SeanChandlerTalksAbout]

He does indeed

[@KeithTheDavison]

Why Sean always has more negative on movies than positives 😂

[@ScottSullivanTV]

I don’t find that to be the case at all, on average. He’s just sharing his honest opinion, and he’s not going to balance out positives and negatives just for the sake of it. Some films will be weighted heavily positive. Some will be weighted heavily negative.

[@noobmasterruben5167]

What did you expect? Disney hasnt made a great movie in years

[@ShadowsightSolos]

Cool

[@JDPlayz_127]

In my opinion Moana two is better than the dirts Moana

[@DemonKingNemo]

Either Sean has more notes than usual or I just don't normally notice but his eyes darting everywhere is distracting me so much lol. Like he's not talking to me but rather talking as he's focused on something else 😅😅

[@jugnugget]

My goodness! Read Joseph Campbell, young people… “Hero with a Thousand Faces”. This film honors the Polynesian/Pacific Islander traditions & adheres to the classic mythological & archetypal storytelling structure inherent to all human societies throughout history. Wake up!!!

[@ksmooth1973]

Give me a break no f ing way would I even think about seeing this. I dont pay for cartoons lmao

[@susanmctavish6639]

Another totally unnecessary sequel.

[@zardsire2012]

For me it felt like a direct to dvd sequel, but with a larger budget than Disney’s past ones.

[@ultimateslinger9857]

I’d rather see wicked this week, but I think my family gonna lean more towards this. That’s cool too though

[@ColonelSternlove]

Moana is the best Disney film since 90’s Disney by a mile - Wreck it Ralph is fucking terrible (bar the pop culture references… it’s awful). Moana 2 just won’t be as good - it was never going to be as good because of the budget, the duo hired to make the music, the department who made the studio… it designed to be in a TV budget. But I bet it will still be better than Wreck It Ralph…

[@samhbricks3353]

Honestly this movie looks like it basically does the same stuff as the first movie, which isn't bad but not very interesting

[@Talks-Movies]

Is this a film review or a mission statement? Dude, you go on and on and on repeating the same point. You could of shaved 12 minutes off this video 😴

[@mrskwan3495]

moana poo

[@MarkyMark9520]

First