05/12/2024
Key Figure in Moana 2
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This is Millcent Barty. We met earlier this year in Auckland and this picture was taken in Brisbane.
She is the key figure in the Moana 2 production and she is the founder of Kastom Keepers from the Solomon Islands, who made her debut in the movie.
As part of the Oceania Cultural Trust, Barty brought a unique cultural perspective to the film, especially in the portrayal of Melanesian heritage. She worked on representing Solomon Islands' traditions, including the Tepuke voyaging canoe from Temotu province, and ensured the cultural symbols and stories of the Pacific Islands were accurately depicted.
Barty stressed the unity of Pacific Islanders and the shared history of resilience, beauty, and ingenuity. She celebrated the impact of Moana 2 in connecting the Pacific community, urging viewers to appreciate their shared heritage and not focus on divisions.
