Moana(1926)
Moana Synopsis
Robert J. Flaherty’s follow-up to Nanook of the North shifts from the Arctic to the South Seas, portraying Samoan village life with a painterly eye. Blending ethnographic detail with a romanticized “Gauguin idyll,” the film celebrates daily rituals, communal traditions, and the passage into adulthood, suffused with what Flaherty called “pride of beauty, pride of strength.”
Moana (1926) is a documentary film directed by Robert Flaherty, released on January 7, 1926 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Ta'avale, Fa'amgase, Tama and T'ugaita. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 38 ratings.
- Director:
- Robert Flaherty
- Writers:
- Julian Johnson, Frances H. Flaherty, Robert Flaherty
- Producers:
- Frances H. Flaherty, Robert Flaherty
- Cinematographer:
- Bob Roberts
- Composer:
- James C. Bradford
- Production:
- Robert Flaherty Productions Inc.
- Status:
- Released
Moana (1926) Trailer
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Moana Cast & Crew
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Directed by Robert Flaherty, written by Julian Johnson, Frances H. Flaherty and Robert Flaherty, produced by Frances H. Flaherty and Robert Flaherty.
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Moana Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 38 ratings.
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Moana – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Moana online?
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Moana (1926) is available to stream on HBO Max. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Moana?
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The main cast of Moana (1926) includes Ta'avale, Fa'amgase, Tama, T'ugaita and Pe'a. The film was directed by Robert Flaherty. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Moana released?
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Moana was released on January 7, 1926 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Moana worth watching?
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Moana (1926) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 38 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Moana?
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Yes. The official Moana trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.