
Disney Hit With $10 Billion Lawsuit: Animator Buck Woodall Claims Moana 2 Is A Copy Of His Film
The lawsuit follows a previous legal setback for Woodall, in which a court ruled that he filed a copyright lawsuit too late regarding Moana. However, the release of Moana 2 allowed him to initiate this new legal action. The Hollywood Reporter highlights that US District Judge Consuelo Marshall noted a“disputed issue of genuine fact” regarding the similarities between the works. Specifically, the judge acknowledged that there may have been an opportunity for Disney Animation to view Woodall's copyrighted materials before Moana began development in 2016.
Similarities between Moana and BuckyWoodall's lawsuit points out several key similarities between Moana and his Bucky project. For example, both stories are set against the backdrop of an ancient Polynesian village and explore themes related to Polynesian beliefs in spiritual ancestors manifested as animals. Other parallels include:
- Both protagonists embark on their journey starting with a turtle. A symbolic necklace plays a crucial role in both stories. Both works feature a demigod character adorned with tattoos and a giant hook. Both feature a giant creature hidden within a mountain.
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