The scene where the ocean parts & Te Ka comes racing across the seafloor towards Moana is so spectacularly well done. Te Ka might not be the most complex Disney villain, but she's certainly one of the most intimidating & frightening.
As a Pacific Islander living in New Zealand, this movie meant so so much to us Polynesians, it was sold out for weeks at every theatre and my sister and I even took our grown ass dad to the theatre to watch too 😂 seeing the stories we grew up with animated and sung to us on the big screen, and our culture well-represented on the world stage featuring other Pacific Island actors such as Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i was so moving for our little Polynesian nations.
There are so many things I love about this movie: 1) They cast a teenage Polynesian girl to play a teenage Polynesian girl. 2) Moana being a woman has no bearing on whether she can lead her people. 3) Moana has no love interest, except for the love for her people. 4) Moana ties her hair up whenever shit gets real. No beautifully flowing, totally impractical locks just because it looks pretty. 5) The first thing Te Fiti does after having her heart restored is take a nap. I respect that. Great reaction!
What I love is that it takes the idea that a woman can be a strong independent character and portrays it pretty naturally. It isn't throwing it in your face or shoving it down your throat. It's show, not tell. And that's awesome.
@@georgewillis592exactly. It is an amazing movie. Get story. Great plot. Great heroine. Moana is a story about a girl boss becoming who she is. Not afraid to get help or learn. Becomes more badass because of it. THIS is how you tell a good story with a female lead.
I like how her reason for leaving the reef wasn’t just to rebel and start a new life like little mermaid, but she was doing it for her people. She accepted her role as chief and lead them to new lands. Truly a middle ground between what she wanted and what her father wants.
That's my favourite part! When I see the movie title of the reaction I'm like: Oh Greg's definitely gonna cry like I did in this one, *clicks play and then sobs with him* lol
I've only watched Forrest Gump, Shawshank, (and Glass Onion) -- and in the last 24 hrs-- and am now just feel like weeping at movies with Greg is the thing. It's adorable (him, not me ugly crying lol)
I mean The creators of the film *meant* to make The audience cry, so it's not his fault for falling Into The emotions of the film lol. After all that's what Art does, it makes you *feel*
One of the most underrated Disney moments: when Moana’s mom helps her leave. I grew up with strict parents but also always knew they’d do anything to let me be my true self. Makes me sob every time.
As a pacific islander this movie meant a lot to us as maui is in a lot of stories in almost all pacific island cultures.. seeing our culture being put infront of the world meant a lot to us and put us on the world map
That is so amazing, bro! I'm indigenous (Diné) and seeing this movie made me so curious about the cultures and stories from our cousins across the sea. These kind of movies are so inspiring!
as a pacific islander i completely agree bro.. the amount of joy it brought us seeing our culture part of the big screens, while being represented right was IMMENSE
The moment her mum helps her leave gets me teared up every time. You see the horror on her face when she realises Moana's mind is made up, but she helps her anyway 😭
Auli'l almost didn't end up with the role, but received a call back and was the last one. The reason the Grandma died is because after she gave the Heart of Tifiti to Moana she basically gave what it was that was keepibg her alive. Maui's Tattoos were 2d animated. The directors of this film are Ron Clements and John Musker who have done the following previous films: The Great Mouse Detective, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Hercules, Treasure Planet, And The Princess and the Frog, Don't worry you are not alone in crying watching Moana the moment that broke me was the I Am Moana song.
You are for sure not alone in crying to this film. I’m always left kinda disappointed watching other reactors that don’t at least tear up at this movie because the poetic beauty and message of it always left me crying like a baby haha. I feel like a lot of us can relate to multiple characters in this film - Moana: searching for purpose and self-significance in the world. Maui: searching for self-worth through others. Or even Tefiti: had their heart stolen and left broken and unrecognizable until someone comes along and reminds them of the beauty within. Not to mention the visuals are STUNNING. But that scene under the stars with Moana and her grandma always leaves me in tears - how I wish that people I’ve lost could give me guidance when I need it most. I really relate to Moana and the meaning behind this entire film. So yes, Greg, I 100% understand how you felt watching this movie. Thank you for sharing your reaction, much love and hope you have a fantastic wedding!! ♥️
Omg I absolutely agree! That scene with her grandmother and Tefiti make me cry every time I watch it. The movie is absolutely beautiful visually but even more important the Meaning behind all of it. I think we can all relate and see ourselves, even just a little bit, in all these characters. Moves me every time. 😍
I cry within the first 10mins of this movie, every time. My niece keeps tissues on hand whenever we sit down to watch one of these movies. I thought it was just me getting older and more sensitive 🥲
@@latishabuckner8231 this!! It’s my nieces favourite because she looks a lot like Moana so I simply cry because she has a Disney Princess she can relate to in appearance and this story is so amazing! I’m a fan of the tears, keep them coming people ❤
I can't even watch reactions to this movie without bawling, let alone rewatching the movie itself. That reprise where she sings "I am Moana!" with her whole chest destroys me every time. Such a good movie!
It was an absolute JOY watching you react to this. I cried so much along with you. Thank you always for your vulnerability and authenticity, and willingness to share it with us 🙏🏽🙌🏽
I love that the ultimate theme of this film is self-knowledge. “Do you know who you are? Who you truly are…” applies to just about everyone here, not just Te Ka. Grandma knows herself so well that she chooses the right tattoo, Moana eventually sees herself with that final “I am MOANA!!!” before reclaiming the heart, and Maui says, “With or without my fishhook, I’m Maui.” The ones who deny their true selves are the antagonists-Te Ka and Moana’s father, the latter because he never acknowledges to Moana that he was just like her when he was young, and doesn’t accept that side of him until he tells his daughter that “it suits you.”
I saw an interview with Dwayne Johnson, he says his daughter doesn't believe he's Maui and won't stand for him "trying to sing like Maui" 😂🤣😂🤣🥰 I had forgotten how beautiful this movie is. Thank you for watching!
My Dad passed away on Tuesday, and my Step-Dad is currently in the hospital, so this has been a rough week. Getting to just sit back and watch and see Greg's enjoyment of this movie has been a nice, but brief respite from all that has been going on. When this movie was released, I didn't quite know what to expect. It has some regular Disney Princess stuff, but it also has some very potentially scary moments. I liked how they helped each other grow, and visually this is really remarkable. I also appreciated the love given to Polynesians. Greg's reactions were very similar to mine, and I would think most people's watching this movie. Thanks for sharing! ~Be Blessed
I'm Polynesian so to finally see a "Disney princess" that looks like me, depicting how important family & connection to nature is for us. It made me very happy
I had an unhealthy obsession with this movie a couple years ago.. I’d watch it like 3 times a week 😂 it’s just so good. But it’s been a while…. And maybe this is my sign to make time to see my grandmother soon
Moana and Encanto are my new favourite Disney movies!!! So beautifully animated, the songs are perfection (thanks Lin-Manuel), and it’s not about the quest to find love with another, but the struggle to find the strength within oneself in order to overcome adversity. LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!
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I love this film SO much. The visuals, the story, the messages. 🥰 Huge love especially for the underrated Rachel House, who also played Valkyrie’s hilarious nemesis in Ragnarok. And I cry every time.
Trust me, I cried the first time I saw it. Her grandma is one of the most amazing supporting characters in any Disney movie ever. When she sings I am Moana and her grandma embraces her... TEARS! When Te Ka/Te Fiti approaches her with the parted sea, chills. When they show her at the end on the boat ... the close up, I cried UGLY. This and Encanto are juuuuuuuust MASTERFUL.
I love that Moana, Boba Fett, and Aquaman all have the same dad. One of the special features on the bluray was a documentary about premiering the film in the Pacific Islands and translating it into various languages for them. THAT made me tear up a bit as well.
So the singing voice of Moana’s father is Christopher Jackson who played George Washington in Hamilton no surprise he was picked as Lin did the music for this movie
Seeing people cry at this movie is understandable. It touches on a lot of different subjects that can hold some emotional weight for a lot of people. Loss of a close relative that you share a strong relationship with, the need to go out in to the world and find who you are/your purpose, and the movie is just sad in general. I don't cry, mainly because I just have no soul, but I can tell when something is genuinely sad. Know that there is no shame in crying. If you need to cry, then cry. It just shows that you care deeply about something and that's awesome!!!
Never say sorry for crying, here or out in the real world. Being able to cry is a gift and it shows that you know yourself and allow your feelings to flow within without harmful barriers. Not all of us can say that so be glad that you know your feelings and tears. Also, congrats on a loving realtionship with your partner. I wish you a healthy and joyous future together!
The song writer for all of the musical numbers was Lin-Manuel Miranda, he just makes Disney better. He also wrote and composed Encanto’s soundtrack, to me, nothing is comparable.
This is literally the only musical movie I have ever liked and I mean ever! I always skip the singing parts after a few seconds of listening but the songs in this movie were just top notch I have watched it so many times it’s an amazing movie!
So happy to see you reacting to this one. Moana holds a special place in my heart. When my daughter was very young and in the hospital, this movie was essentially on constant repeat. It brought her (and myself) so much comfort. Thanks!
Wait you haven't seen Moana until now? Hahaha Still one of my favorite animated movies from the post-Renaissance era. I can see Moana easily as a Disney classic in the future.
I'm SO excited you reacted to this. I get emotional during this movie, too. You're one of my fav reactors on UA-cam because you are so genuine and have a pure heart. Never change!
The music is absolutely phenomenal. I love to sing, but I cannot get through How Far I'll Go without getting choked up. Also, the singing voice of the chief is Chris Jackson, who played Washington in the original cast of Hamilton. And it was Lin's voice singing the English parts to We Know the Way, when she had the vision of her ancestors voyaging.
As a Polynesian/Pacific Islander, when I watched this movie for the first time with my family, I also cried happy tears, seeing my culture and people who look like me on screen was really something so special! It really blew my mind to watch the world fall in love with and embrace my culture, to see them appreciate its beauty? Ugh. My heart. 🥹❤ Watching your reaction to this movie warmed my heart. The genuine emotions you displayed really had me experiencing the same emotions all over again. Got me crying all over again lol. Thank you!
I got the honor to meet Auli'i, the voice actress for Moana, and she's from a native Hawaiian school on the island we live on, 'Oahu. She came to volunteer at a school event I was at and she was the absolute sweetest to sing with the kids!
I cried watching this the first time and second time, etc. it’s a beautiful movie in every way. As I’ve become older, I find I cry and am moved way more than when I was younger 💕
I remember when I first saw this movie. I got obsessed with the music and found the band that plays the music. All Polynesian band Te Vaka and their live performances are amazing
I've been subscribed to this channel for a long time (back before we knew your name was Greg) but I hope you know that the channel has never been better. You guys still are extremely entertaining, have great discussions and do fun videos but there's so much heart these days and that's so refreshing. Really loving all of the content and am so glad I've stuck around. It makes me happy that you appreciated this movie.
7:35 It comes with age, man. Embrace it. 🙂 Also, I love how Jemaine Clement channels David Bowie for the song "Shiny" (it's intentional, according to Lin-Manuel Miranda). 27:47 The scene with the spirit of the grandmother always gives me chills. When Auli'i Cravalho belts out "I am Moana!", it's so damn powerful!
I cry every time when I watch this movie. I've seen it at least a dozen times by now but I still cried with you man. Never be afraid to cry. You already know this but it's absolutely natural so never be ashamed of it dude. Keep up the good work. I've been enjoying you guy's reactions a lot recently.
I've become a sensitive guy too, man. I used to think being tough meant never crying or never feeling emotionally moved, but I realize now that real strength comes from allowing yourself to really feel the emotionally beauty of life around us and the art we create.
This one hit my top 5 Disney movies list the first time I saw it 🙌🏼 The music, the story, the characters, the animation, everything! That part where the sea parts and she’s walking toward Te Ka his so insanely emotional, it gets me tearing up every time.
This is definitely one of my top movies don't worry about getting emotional I can't watch this movie with out crying every time and I've watched it more then 10 times haha
Love the emotional reaction! I saw this with my sister in law and we were both trying to hide that we were crying until we realized we both and then just openly went (╥﹏╥) I love the movies message that how other people have hurt you does not define you 💚💚 And it's ESP close to my heart because me and my brother are half Filipino (like the lead singer of the Pussycat dolls who played Moana's mom). All of my mom's family is in Manila so ever since we were babies, we knew both 🇺🇲and 🇵🇭 we never only knew of 1 country or 1 language. And what you grow up with shapes how you think. My niece is now 4. I told her grandma (lola) is from the Philippines and when we go there one day, she'll love the beaches. She said 'i don't want to go there.' 'why?' 'because I've never seen it, it doesn't exist, I live here.' I told her Moana is from the Philippines and her eyes big 'REALLY??' and now she's more open to the idea. [Moana is proto-polynesian. Most likely she's in Polynesia sailing to Hawaii at the end, but the Philippines is semi included by being the started point for the Malay emigration into Polynesia]
This movie came out about a year after my grandmother passed. And watching Moana and her relationship with her grandmother instantly brought me to tears. I love this movie so much. Thanks for another wonderful reaction.
This is my favourite disney animated movie, the story, the characters and my gosh, the soundtrack is phenomenal! And i get shill sand tear up watching it too, especially with my daughter - its a wonderful dad and daughter watch for us.
This is such a beautiful movie about discovering your roots and appreciating your culture. I wish Raya could've been half as beautiful as this tbh as a southeast asian. As usual, Lin-Manuel Miranda doesn't disappoint with the music. How Far I'll Go, I am Moana, and We Know the Way are such beautiful songs. This movie perhaps has the most beautiful water animation i've seen. Also, the hair animation with Moana is on point
I cried solely at the visuals in theaters. That but at the end where they highlight the different objects and textures and just.. just how FAR animation has come. It's so beautiful
I love a sentimental Greg ❤ congrats on the wedding! Love seeing the channel feature animated movies too! So many good choices out there that tells great stories and pulls emotions.
I saw this in the theatre 2 weeks after my grandmother past and I was silently crying from the moment the grandmother's sting ray spirit guided Moana over the reef waves and through the whole movie. I love this movie and Lin-Manuel's songs went on my playlist the moment I got home from the theatre!
I love all of this movie but what I love most is Te-Fiti/Te-Ka. Someone stole her heart, read she was the victim of trauma, because of that trauma she become angry, untrusting and even violent. But all it takes is one person telling her she’s not a villain and to help her find her heart. Once she does she becomes this beautiful and kind person who trusts people again. Beautiful message. Just because someone’s angry they’re a victim doesn’t make them a villain and we should all try to restore their hearts.
To quote Big Chris: “It’s been emotional.” My family and I saw this in the cinema, and it was amazing. The animation, the music, the character designs, the world building and the culture on display are simply breathtaking. Great reaction.
Literally my favorite Disney movie, and not just because I'm Hawaiian. It's just the entire story, the music, the animations, the raw emotion and everything is just... ugh. So beautiful. I cried so many happy tears with you, mate!
This is a beautiful movie and one of the best Disney Animated Films ever. Great storytelling and visually stunning. The songs are some of the best in a Disney Film too. Dwayne And Auli'i crashed it. Wish more Disney Movies were like this.
I have a slightly unrelated movie suggestion for you. Have you seen "The Fall" with Lee Pace? It is filled with unparalleled cinematic beauty, and has a heartstring tugging double-layered tale of love.
Since not a lot of people look for Easter Eggs in Disney movies. The scene with Tamatoa, there are some items on his back that are definite Easter Eggs: Genies lamp from Aladdin, a golden camel also from Aladdin. He also very briefly turns into Sven from Frozen. Some have said there is also a coin from Pirates but I've yet to see it.
If you haven't seen it already, Pixar's Luca is an amazing movie that I feel like you would really enjoy. Another great movie about friendship that had me bawling at some parts. Would love to see your reaction!
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The scene where the ocean parts & Te Ka comes racing across the seafloor towards Moana is so spectacularly well done. Te Ka might not be the most complex Disney villain, but she's certainly one of the most intimidating & frightening.
Yeah and Auli'is stunning and beautiful Voice make this Scene so damn good
I'd argue that the only villain in the movie is Tamatoa. He's simply evil.
Te Ka certainly is an antagonist but that's different from being a villain.
And the words sung during this scene.. definitely hit me ✨️💙
This scene blew me away..this film was deep!
She was the reincarnated Moses! 😂😂
As a Pacific Islander living in New Zealand, this movie meant so so much to us Polynesians, it was sold out for weeks at every theatre and my sister and I even took our grown ass dad to the theatre to watch too 😂 seeing the stories we grew up with animated and sung to us on the big screen, and our culture well-represented on the world stage featuring other Pacific Island actors such as Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i was so moving for our little Polynesian nations.
Thank Te Vaka for a lot of that.
Idk ppl could cry over Moana, you have such a pure soul ❤
I cry every time and I’ve seen it a hundred times by now 😂
I cry every time and I've seen it a hundred times by now 😂
Her grandma died...
Wait, so you didnt??
I cry every time I watch Moana. I love this movie
Dude this is me when I watch these movies by myself. All alone in a room balling lol
4:36 Temuera Morrison did play Chief Tui
Please react to Fantastic Mr. Fox with George Clooney, Meryl Streep, and Willem Dafoe. That movie is so underrated and it’s so good ❤
Raya and the last dragon is a great movie to I probably have it 2nd behind Moana for my newer Disney movies
There are so many things I love about this movie: 1) They cast a teenage Polynesian girl to play a teenage Polynesian girl. 2) Moana being a woman has no bearing on whether she can lead her people. 3) Moana has no love interest, except for the love for her people. 4) Moana ties her hair up whenever shit gets real. No beautifully flowing, totally impractical locks just because it looks pretty. 5) The first thing Te Fiti does after having her heart restored is take a nap. I respect that. Great reaction!
Maui also put his hair up when getting his hook back, because he couldn't transform yet, and it would get in the way
What I love is that it takes the idea that a woman can be a strong independent character and portrays it pretty naturally. It isn't throwing it in your face or shoving it down your throat. It's show, not tell. And that's awesome.
@@georgewillis592exactly. It is an amazing movie. Get story. Great plot. Great heroine. Moana is a story about a girl boss becoming who she is. Not afraid to get help or learn. Becomes more badass because of it. THIS is how you tell a good story with a female lead.
I like how her reason for leaving the reef wasn’t just to rebel and start a new life like little mermaid, but she was doing it for her people. She accepted her role as chief and lead them to new lands. Truly a middle ground between what she wanted and what her father wants.
Did you know apparently she had no experience in singing or acting
I don't think you need to feel embarrassed for crying in these reactions. It just feels like you're in tune with your emotions, and I'm here for it.
It's super genuine and I love it
That's my favourite part! When I see the movie title of the reaction I'm like: Oh Greg's definitely gonna cry like I did in this one, *clicks play and then sobs with him* lol
I've only watched Forrest Gump, Shawshank, (and Glass Onion) -- and in the last 24 hrs-- and am now just feel like weeping at movies with Greg is the thing. It's adorable (him, not me ugly crying lol)
I mean The creators of the film *meant* to make The audience cry, so it's not his fault for falling Into The emotions of the film lol.
After all that's what Art does, it makes you *feel*
Well said
As someone passed his thirties, I'm super sensitive to a good story
One of the most underrated Disney moments: when Moana’s mom helps her leave. I grew up with strict parents but also always knew they’d do anything to let me be my true self. Makes me sob every time.
Same here, it gets me every time 😭
As a pacific islander this movie meant a lot to us as maui is in a lot of stories in almost all pacific island cultures.. seeing our culture being put infront of the world meant a lot to us and put us on the world map
That is so amazing, bro! I'm indigenous (Diné) and seeing this movie made me so curious about the cultures and stories from our cousins across the sea. These kind of movies are so inspiring!
as a pacific islander i completely agree bro.. the amount of joy it brought us seeing our culture part of the big screens, while being represented right was IMMENSE
@@jaminovaa forreal I loved everything about this movie and it will never get old for me
@@juniorsewbs7593 same here 💕
Maui is really only a Poly thing. As a Micronesian Chamorro, we don't have a Maui, or even a version of him
I'm 51 years old and this is literally my favorite Disney movie. The music, the scenery, the emotion. I watch it every time it is on.
The moment her mum helps her leave gets me teared up every time. You see the horror on her face when she realises Moana's mind is made up, but she helps her anyway 😭
Auli'l almost didn't end up with the role, but received a call back and was the last one.
The reason the Grandma died is because after she gave the Heart of Tifiti to Moana she basically gave what it was that was keepibg her alive.
Maui's Tattoos were 2d animated.
The directors of this film are Ron Clements and John Musker who have done the following previous films:
The Great Mouse Detective,
The Little Mermaid,
Aladdin,
Hercules,
Treasure Planet,
And The Princess and the Frog,
Don't worry you are not alone in crying watching Moana the moment that broke me was the I Am Moana song.
PLUS the musics are written by lin manuel miranda (my love).
Also the animation supervisor for the Maui's tattoo was Eric Goldberg, the guy who designed and animated Genie from Aladdin
@@joevictor53 Yeah I know.
Thanks for this comment! I appreciate all the little info, this is cool.
ALSO also, Screenplay was by Taika Waititi
You are for sure not alone in crying to this film. I’m always left kinda disappointed watching other reactors that don’t at least tear up at this movie because the poetic beauty and message of it always left me crying like a baby haha. I feel like a lot of us can relate to multiple characters in this film -
Moana: searching for purpose and self-significance in the world.
Maui: searching for self-worth through others.
Or even Tefiti: had their heart stolen and left broken and unrecognizable until someone comes along and reminds them of the beauty within.
Not to mention the visuals are STUNNING. But that scene under the stars with Moana and her grandma always leaves me in tears - how I wish that people I’ve lost could give me guidance when I need it most. I really relate to Moana and the meaning behind this entire film. So yes, Greg, I 100% understand how you felt watching this movie. Thank you for sharing your reaction, much love and hope you have a fantastic wedding!! ♥️
Omg I absolutely agree! That scene with her grandmother and Tefiti make me cry every time I watch it. The movie is absolutely beautiful visually but even more important the Meaning behind all of it. I think we can all relate and see ourselves, even just a little bit, in all these characters. Moves me every time. 😍
I cry within the first 10mins of this movie, every time. My niece keeps tissues on hand whenever we sit down to watch one of these movies. I thought it was just me getting older and more sensitive 🥲
I cry the entire film so it's emotional
@@latishabuckner8231 this!! It’s my nieces favourite because she looks a lot like Moana so I simply cry because she has a Disney Princess she can relate to in appearance and this story is so amazing! I’m a fan of the tears, keep them coming people ❤
You watched reactors who didn’t cry to Moana? 😮
You should definitely check Rise of the Guardians if you haven’t seen it. It’s pretty fitting for holiday season as well.
Yesss, he would definitely enjoy it
Or Claus
when maui got that tattoo of moana ON HIS HEART???? i cried
I can't even watch reactions to this movie without bawling, let alone rewatching the movie itself. That reprise where she sings "I am Moana!" with her whole chest destroys me every time. Such a good movie!
WITH! HER! WHOLE! DAMN! CHEST!!!!! ❤❤❤❤
@@traceyfromkc Listen!! I started pre-sobbing knowing it was about to hit and I have chills just thinking about it now. Whew!
I love that Maui's tattoos on his back is literally his BACK story. This is stunning.
It was an absolute JOY watching you react to this. I cried so much along with you. Thank you always for your vulnerability and authenticity, and willingness to share it with us 🙏🏽🙌🏽
Yes! All of this!!
I love that the ultimate theme of this film is self-knowledge. “Do you know who you are? Who you truly are…” applies to just about everyone here, not just Te Ka. Grandma knows herself so well that she chooses the right tattoo, Moana eventually sees herself with that final “I am MOANA!!!” before reclaiming the heart, and Maui says, “With or without my fishhook, I’m Maui.” The ones who deny their true selves are the antagonists-Te Ka and Moana’s father, the latter because he never acknowledges to Moana that he was just like her when he was young, and doesn’t accept that side of him until he tells his daughter that “it suits you.”
what about tamatoa, he knows he's shiny
@@xxyzxxyz690 Tamatoa is the best character in the movie because he doesn't follow any rules. Not even narrative ones.
I saw an interview with Dwayne Johnson, he says his daughter doesn't believe he's Maui and won't stand for him "trying to sing like Maui" 😂🤣😂🤣🥰
I had forgotten how beautiful this movie is. Thank you for watching!
Mtg
Even tho she still wants him sing it to her over and over again🥰🤣
My Dad passed away on Tuesday, and my Step-Dad is currently in the hospital, so this has been a rough week. Getting to just sit back and watch and see Greg's enjoyment of this movie has been a nice, but brief respite from all that has been going on. When this movie was released, I didn't quite know what to expect. It has some regular Disney Princess stuff, but it also has some very potentially scary moments. I liked how they helped each other grow, and visually this is really remarkable. I also appreciated the love given to Polynesians. Greg's reactions were very similar to mine, and I would think most people's watching this movie. Thanks for sharing! ~Be Blessed
I’m so sorry for your loss of your Dad, and wishing the best to your Step-Dad ❤
@@sabzspursfan127 Thank you
may you find comfort and peace for the loss of your Dad, and healing for your Step-Dad. ❤
@@traceyfromkc Thank you
I'm Polynesian so to finally see a "Disney princess" that looks like me, depicting how important family & connection to nature is for us. It made me very happy
I had an unhealthy obsession with this movie a couple years ago.. I’d watch it like 3 times a week 😂 it’s just so good. But it’s been a while…. And maybe this is my sign to make time to see my grandmother soon
Moana and Encanto are my new favourite Disney movies!!! So beautifully animated, the songs are perfection (thanks Lin-Manuel), and it’s not about the quest to find love with another, but the struggle to find the strength within oneself in order to overcome adversity. LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!
I really hope LMM gets to do more Disney soundtracks. He’s in his own league of songwriting.
@@lyricmezzosoprano5357you are so right! They don't give those MacArthur genius grants to just anybody!!!
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I love this film SO much. The visuals, the story, the messages. 🥰 Huge love especially for the underrated Rachel House, who also played Valkyrie’s hilarious nemesis in Ragnarok. And I cry every time.
The pirates part is what I skip when I rewatch
Trust me, I cried the first time I saw it. Her grandma is one of the most amazing supporting characters in any Disney movie ever. When she sings I am Moana and her grandma embraces her... TEARS! When Te Ka/Te Fiti approaches her with the parted sea, chills. When they show her at the end on the boat ... the close up, I cried UGLY. This and Encanto are juuuuuuuust MASTERFUL.
No matter how many times I watch this movie, it always makes me so emotional. It’s one of my favorite Disney movies ever ❤
I love that Moana, Boba Fett, and Aquaman all have the same dad.
One of the special features on the bluray was a documentary about premiering the film in the Pacific Islands and translating it into various languages for them. THAT made me tear up a bit as well.
The baby versions of Disney characters are always cute but baby Moana is next level she's so flipping cute I can't take it
So the singing voice of Moana’s father is Christopher Jackson who played George Washington in Hamilton no surprise he was picked as Lin did the music for this movie
I still can't believe Alan Tudyk did the recording for Heihei
Seeing people cry at this movie is understandable. It touches on a lot of different subjects that can hold some emotional weight for a lot of people. Loss of a close relative that you share a strong relationship with, the need to go out in to the world and find who you are/your purpose, and the movie is just sad in general. I don't cry, mainly because I just have no soul, but I can tell when something is genuinely sad. Know that there is no shame in crying. If you need to cry, then cry. It just shows that you care deeply about something and that's awesome!!!
Never say sorry for crying, here or out in the real world. Being able to cry is a gift and it shows that you know yourself and allow your feelings to flow within without harmful barriers. Not all of us can say that so be glad that you know your feelings and tears. Also, congrats on a loving realtionship with your partner. I wish you a healthy and joyous future together!
I believe Lin Manuel Miranda did the music for this movie
The song writer for all of the musical numbers was Lin-Manuel Miranda, he just makes Disney better. He also wrote and composed Encanto’s soundtrack, to me, nothing is comparable.
We love a sensitive guy! Hahah it’s cute that you get emotional over the little things ❤️
This is literally the only musical movie I have ever liked and I mean ever! I always skip the singing parts after a few seconds of listening but the songs in this movie were just top notch I have watched it so many times it’s an amazing movie!
So happy to see you reacting to this one. Moana holds a special place in my heart. When my daughter was very young and in the hospital, this movie was essentially on constant repeat. It brought her (and myself) so much comfort. Thanks!
Wait you haven't seen Moana until now? Hahaha Still one of my favorite animated movies from the post-Renaissance era. I can see Moana easily as a Disney classic in the future.
I'm SO excited you reacted to this. I get emotional during this movie, too.
You're one of my fav reactors on UA-cam because you are so genuine and have a pure heart. Never change!
The music is absolutely phenomenal. I love to sing, but I cannot get through How Far I'll Go without getting choked up. Also, the singing voice of the chief is Chris Jackson, who played Washington in the original cast of Hamilton. And it was Lin's voice singing the English parts to We Know the Way, when she had the vision of her ancestors voyaging.
As an islander myself i thank you for noticing the beauty of my islands. Even if its in animation
As a Polynesian/Pacific Islander, when I watched this movie for the first time with my family, I also cried happy tears, seeing my culture and people who look like me on screen was really something so special! It really blew my mind to watch the world fall in love with and embrace my culture, to see them appreciate its beauty? Ugh. My heart. 🥹❤
Watching your reaction to this movie warmed my heart. The genuine emotions you displayed really had me experiencing the same emotions all over again. Got me crying all over again lol. Thank you!
Honestly it's worth listening to the versions of the songs in Māori or other pacific languages. They sound so good and it just feels right.
I’m starting to believe Greg’s reactions are therapy for all. It’s good to cry.
This is my favorite Disney movie 🥰 and watching you react to it made the 101st time watching it all that much better. Thank you 🥰
I got the honor to meet Auli'i, the voice actress for Moana, and she's from a native Hawaiian school on the island we live on, 'Oahu. She came to volunteer at a school event I was at and she was the absolute sweetest to sing with the kids!
I cried watching this the first time and second time, etc. it’s a beautiful movie in every way. As I’ve become older, I find I cry and am moved way more than when I was younger 💕
I literally cried while watching this. This movie will get me every time. 😭😭😭
The post-credits scene referencing The Little Mermaid is even better because the two films share the same directing team!
Yes, Temuera Morrison is in this film lol. You got it
I remember when I first saw this movie. I got obsessed with the music and found the band that plays the music. All Polynesian band Te Vaka and their live performances are amazing
My favorite Disney movie. The animation is the best they've ever done.
I've been subscribed to this channel for a long time (back before we knew your name was Greg) but I hope you know that the channel has never been better. You guys still are extremely entertaining, have great discussions and do fun videos but there's so much heart these days and that's so refreshing. Really loving all of the content and am so glad I've stuck around. It makes me happy that you appreciated this movie.
This movie is a visual and emotional masterpiece!
I was born and raised in Hawai'i (over 50 years) and I was crying by the end of this movie. all of Polynesia can be proud.
I saw this in theaters. I still get chills at key moments whenever I rewatch it. I love this movie
7:35 It comes with age, man. Embrace it. 🙂
Also, I love how Jemaine Clement channels David Bowie for the song "Shiny" (it's intentional, according to Lin-Manuel Miranda).
27:47 The scene with the spirit of the grandmother always gives me chills. When Auli'i Cravalho belts out "I am Moana!", it's so damn powerful!
You're not crying, I'm crying. Even watching your wonderful reaction I am once again crying.
I cry every time when I watch this movie. I've seen it at least a dozen times by now but I still cried with you man. Never be afraid to cry. You already know this but it's absolutely natural so never be ashamed of it dude. Keep up the good work. I've been enjoying you guy's reactions a lot recently.
Totally underrated Disney movie. I love that that Maui’s tattoos were hand drawn animation on top of the 3D animation and that Alan Tudyk was Heihei.
I've become a sensitive guy too, man. I used to think being tough meant never crying or never feeling emotionally moved, but I realize now that real strength comes from allowing yourself to really feel the emotionally beauty of life around us and the art we create.
This one hit my top 5 Disney movies list the first time I saw it 🙌🏼 The music, the story, the characters, the animation, everything! That part where the sea parts and she’s walking toward Te Ka his so insanely emotional, it gets me tearing up every time.
This is definitely one of my top movies don't worry about getting emotional I can't watch this movie with out crying every time and I've watched it more then 10 times haha
I looooooove this movie. I cried the entire movie because I was overwhelmed by the music, animation, and her story
Watching Greg react is a soul cleansing experience. He’s a teenage girl trapped in a man’s body😂.
Moana is such an underrated movie. Sure it tells a very simple and linear story... but in the best way! 💙
Love the emotional reaction! I saw this with my sister in law and we were both trying to hide that we were crying until we realized we both and then just openly went (╥﹏╥)
I love the movies message that how other people have hurt you does not define you 💚💚
And it's ESP close to my heart because me and my brother are half Filipino (like the lead singer of the Pussycat dolls who played Moana's mom). All of my mom's family is in Manila so ever since we were babies, we knew both 🇺🇲and 🇵🇭 we never only knew of 1 country or 1 language. And what you grow up with shapes how you think. My niece is now 4. I told her grandma (lola) is from the Philippines and when we go there one day, she'll love the beaches. She said 'i don't want to go there.' 'why?' 'because I've never seen it, it doesn't exist, I live here.' I told her Moana is from the Philippines and her eyes big 'REALLY??' and now she's more open to the idea. [Moana is proto-polynesian. Most likely she's in Polynesia sailing to Hawaii at the end, but the Philippines is semi included by being the started point for the Malay emigration into Polynesia]
Tamatoa alone makes this movie worth watching. Not to mention the whole thing is great.
This movie came out about a year after my grandmother passed. And watching Moana and her relationship with her grandmother instantly brought me to tears. I love this movie so much. Thanks for another wonderful reaction.
I can’t get that you’re welcome song out of my head
This is my favourite disney animated movie, the story, the characters and my gosh, the soundtrack is phenomenal! And i get shill sand tear up watching it too, especially with my daughter - its a wonderful dad and daughter watch for us.
This is such a beautiful movie about discovering your roots and appreciating your culture. I wish Raya could've been half as beautiful as this tbh as a southeast asian.
As usual, Lin-Manuel Miranda doesn't disappoint with the music. How Far I'll Go, I am Moana, and We Know the Way are such beautiful songs. This movie perhaps has the most beautiful water animation i've seen. Also, the hair animation with Moana is on point
I cried solely at the visuals in theaters. That but at the end where they highlight the different objects and textures and just.. just how FAR animation has come. It's so beautiful
I have not seen this film. Is it worth watching?
Yup
Yes it’s really good!
yes! absolutely!
I love a sentimental Greg ❤ congrats on the wedding! Love seeing the channel feature animated movies too! So many good choices out there that tells great stories and pulls emotions.
That was just a fraction of how beautiful our Polynesian culture and people are. 🙏
I saw this in the theatre 2 weeks after my grandmother past and I was silently crying from the moment the grandmother's sting ray spirit guided Moana over the reef waves and through the whole movie.
I love this movie and Lin-Manuel's songs went on my playlist the moment I got home from the theatre!
"The call isn't out there at all, it's inside me" That single line man, gets me everytime. Lin Manuel has such a way with words it's amazing.
I love all of this movie but what I love most is Te-Fiti/Te-Ka.
Someone stole her heart, read she was the victim of trauma, because of that trauma she become angry, untrusting and even violent. But all it takes is one person telling her she’s not a villain and to help her find her heart. Once she does she becomes this beautiful and kind person who trusts people again.
Beautiful message. Just because someone’s angry they’re a victim doesn’t make them a villain and we should all try to restore their hearts.
To quote Big Chris: “It’s been emotional.” My family and I saw this in the cinema, and it was amazing. The animation, the music, the character designs, the world building and the culture on display are simply breathtaking. Great reaction.
This is one of my favorite Disney movies. Happy to see you enjoy it so much and shed happy tears.
i still can't believe auli'i was only SIXTEEN when she played moana! her voice is probably the best out of all the disney princesses
Wait... youve never seen Moana.. omg (predictions)before watching : your gonna cry ( i always cry watching it)
Whatever you do don’t watch My dog Skip
Literally my favorite Disney movie, and not just because I'm Hawaiian. It's just the entire story, the music, the animations, the raw emotion and everything is just... ugh. So beautiful. I cried so many happy tears with you, mate!
the ckicken, crab, and Maui are the only reason why i like this movie
This is a beautiful movie and one of the best Disney Animated Films ever. Great storytelling and visually stunning. The songs are some of the best in a Disney Film too. Dwayne And Auli'i crashed it. Wish more Disney Movies were like this.
I have a slightly unrelated movie suggestion for you. Have you seen "The Fall" with Lee Pace? It is filled with unparalleled cinematic beauty, and has a heartstring tugging double-layered tale of love.
I was tearing up at the same spots lol. This movie is definitely an emotional rollercoaster and inspiring
I hope the Moana 2 and the live streaming action movie it will coming out Very Sooner Shorty in the TV and the Disney Plus movies and in Theaters
This movie brings so many beautiful memories. Back when I was a kid I loved it, I still do lol
Since not a lot of people look for Easter Eggs in Disney movies.
The scene with Tamatoa, there are some items on his back that are definite Easter Eggs: Genies lamp from Aladdin, a golden camel also from Aladdin. He also very briefly turns into Sven from Frozen. Some have said there is also a coin from Pirates but I've yet to see it.
35:27 That was me honestly 😂
If you haven't seen it already, Pixar's Luca is an amazing movie that I feel like you would really enjoy. Another great movie about friendship that had me bawling at some parts. Would love to see your reaction!
SHINY!