From left, actors Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga'aia, and and director Thomas Kail attend an online press conference for their movie “Moana,” Monday. Courtesy of Walt Disney Company Korea
The live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated movie “Moana” will offer a massive and entertaining theatrical experience that is perfect for the summer season, its director Thomas Kail said Monday.
"There's big laughs, there's big adventure, and we tried to make a big summer movie for you," Kail said during an online press conference.
"Moana" follows the journey of a brave young girl (Catherine Laga'aia) chosen by the ocean who teams up with the legendary demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) to save her island from a terrible curse.
The project has raised high expectations, especially given Kail's prestigious background as a Tony Award winner for directing the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton.”
