If you listen closely to one of Lin-Manuel Miranda's original songs in Disney's new animated film Moana, you'll hear a tribute to both David Bowie and The Little Mermaid. That song is “Shiny,” written by Miranda and performed by Flight of the Conchords star Jermaine Clement.
According to Miranda, "Shiny" was inspired by the Flight of the Conchords' tribute to David Bowie at the Aspen Comedy Festival in 2004, as well as listening to Bowie's songs on a loop shortly after the singer's death in January 2016.
Lawrence (1983), The Hunger (1983), Labyrinth (1986), The Linguini Incident (1991), and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992). Films in which he appeared in a supporting role or cameo include The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) and Zoolander (2001).
Johnson voices the character Maui, the great ocean demigod who helps fearless Moana as she embarks on a journey to discover what is beyond the confines of her island and save it from a terrible curse. What Johnson said he found particularly relevant and empowering was having a young girl drive the story.
Yes, even Dwayne Johnson gets intimated. In Disney's Moana (in theaters Nov. 23), the 6-foot-5 actor and former WWE champ voices Maui: shape shifter, demigod of the wind and sea, hero of men. Like newcomer Auli'i Cravalho, who voices the titular character, Johnson performs his own musical number in the animated film.
In his Junior School (Elementary School) choir, David's voice was rated as “adequate” and though vocally agile as an adult, Bowie was never known for great pitch accuracy. However, with his theatrical bent and fearlessness, David Bowie's ability to create memorable and emotional vocal stylings was of the highest order.
Bowie worked with numerous artists throughout his career, including producers Tony Visconti, Brian Eno and singer Iggy Pop, and was the primary songwriter for most of his songs; he recorded cover versions of songs by artists including the Who, the Pretty Things and the Yardbirds.
Production. David Bowie guest starred as the voice of Lord Royal Highness. Atlantis SquarePantis was written by Casey Alexander, Zeus Cervas, Steven Banks and Dani Michaeli, with Alexander and Cervas serving as storyboard directors, and the animation was directed by Andrew Overtoom.
Although he was always a musician first, Bowie appeared in over 30 movies, television shows and theatrical productions. His performances in iconic works of cinema such as The Man Who Fell to Earth and Merry Christmas, Mr.
Whilst the character is entirely fictional, it's interesting to note that the name Tamatoa actually means “trophy” in the Maori language. This is very apt because Tamatoa is all about collecting treasure and souvenirs from the people he has defeated.
Tamatoa is voiced by Jemaine Clement, half of the New Zealand comedy-folk duo Flight of the Conchords and a man known for his spot-on Bowie impression. But he didn't know when he signed on for Moana that he'd be channeling the Thin White Duke.
Although Moana is from the fictional island Motunui some 3,000 years ago, the story and culture of Moana is based on the very real heritage and history of Polynesian islands such as Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, and Tahiti.
Maui (/maʊwiː/) is a fictional character from the animated film Moana. Created by directors Ron Clements and John Musker and voiced by Dwayne Johnson, Maui is loosely based on Māui from Hawaiian mythology.
How much did The Rock make for Moana? For 2016's Moana, The Rock was reportedly paid $21 million just for his voice acting in the film plus an additional $1 million for his social media endorsements of the project.
Since it's a remake, the live-action Moana should retain most of the same characters. The only confirmed actor so far is Dwayne Johnson, who will be reprising his role as Maui. Auli'i Cravalho will not return as Moana but is going to be producing the movie alongside Johnson.
In 2004, a new version of "Changes" by Australian artist Butterfly Boucher, featuring Bowie on additional vocals, was recorded for the soundtrack of the animated film Shrek 2.
Merida and Pocahontas are the only Princesses to not be seen married, or have wedding dresses in the franchise. Belle and a few others were featured in Disney's Beautiful Brides book.
