
My theory is that the storm killed Moana so she could go to the place where all the weird magic stuff exists, and at the very end, Te Fiti not only fixes Moana's boat (which had been wrecked to bits), but also brings her back to life, so she can go back to the human world. What if there's a barrier between the normal human world and the magical otherworld, where are all the things from Polynesian mythology are? And the only way to get to the otherworld is to be a part of it? For instance, by being dead? We're meant to understand that the storm drove her to her destination, because she wakes up in Maui's island. In the very beginning of her journey, Moana asks the ocean for help and immediately gets hit by a storm.

Then she gets the Call to Action, gets on a boat, goes on an adventure, saves the world, and then goes back home. It received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike and went on to become one of Disney's highest-grossing animated films of all time.Moana (2016) begins with the titular character in her home island, doing normal, worldly things. With its lush visuals, exciting storyline, and memorable music, "Moana" is a beloved film that appeals to audiences of all ages.

The movie showcases themes of bravery, self-discovery, and the power of hope, as Moana and Maui work together to defeat the forces of evil and restore balance to the ocean and its inhabitants. Moana is a strong and determined young woman who, with the help of Maui, learns to believe in herself and find her own path in life. Along the way, she encounters demigod Maui and the two embark on a thrilling adventure filled with action, humor, and musical numbers.

The movie is set in the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania and follows the journey of a young woman named Moana as she sets out to find a fabled island and save her people. "Moana" is a 2016 American animated musical adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios.
