Kaylah Walton
In the world of cinema, it appears that innovation knows no bounds. Recently, Hollywood has been leaning heavily into musicals, with notable cases like ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ facing challenges while ‘Wicked’ captured audiences positively upon release. Now, as a sequel to entertain fans, ‘Moana 2’ is set to hit theaters. This Disney installment, while not strictly a musical, will feature plenty of songs typical of Disney films. Dwayne Johnson, a key figure in the franchise, is eager to refresh the cinematic experience.
The actor, formerly known as a wrestling superstar, feels that moviegoers often misunderstand how to engage with film. He argues that the experience of watching a Disney flick should differ from that of a mystery thriller, raising the question of why both are treated the same in theaters. Johnson’s vision could potentially transform the movie landscape, particularly how audiences participate in theaters.
Rock’s proposal for cinema: “Feel free to sing along”
Dwayne Johnson is inviting all audiences of ‘Moana 2’ to feel free to sing along during the film. He believes the audience should take charge of their viewing experience since they bought the tickets themselves.
“Sing! You invested your hard-earned money for your ticket. You came to enjoy a musical, so if you love the music, go for it!” The Rock expressed his enthusiasm about creating an enjoyable atmosphere in theaters. It will be interesting to see if ‘Moana 2’ encourages theatergoers to treat the viewing like a lively concert.
