Ho'ohuhu

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"Ho'ohuhu" is the latest hurdle faced by the Walt Disney Company with the upcoming release of "Moana." Reports coming out (http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2016/07/06/rocks-husky-polynesian-god-disneys-moana-gets-mixed-reviews-165048) has Disney under the microscope for portraying Polynesian demi-god "Maui" as a stereo-typically obese. 

Over the years Disney has portrayed characters in various forms that have met criticism (see "Aladdin," Princess and the Frog" and "Pocahontas"). Looking at this a little closer, how much of a big deal is this? Is Disney really trying to offend people? 

This is a tough call. I can see how some may be offended but I see the flip side where this movie could bring attention to a lesser-known culture. I know it is just an animated film, and not a documentary, but hopefully it may inspire some to want to learn more about the legends and culture of these great people.

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It is hard to give a full opinion, based on a preview and not seeing the entire movie. 

Do you think Moana has unfair characterizations of heritage and culture based on the certain depiction of a demi-god? Will you ignore the "outrage" and see the movie anyway?

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