When asked why no safety mats were used, Laura Fiorentino lights a cigarette (inside the no-smoking zone) and says: “Safety mats don’t exist in dreams. Why would they exist in my film?”

The hard work paid off as Moona began to take shape. Laura shares stories of the camaraderie among the cast and crew, the magical moments on set, and the overwhelming positive response from early viewers. "Seeing Moona connect with the audience is truly a dream come true," Laura says with a smile.

And perhaps that is the truest behind-the-scenes secret of Episode 16. The magic is not in the plan. It is in the accident, the argument, the broken clock, the bleeding hand, the 50Hz hum, and the stubborn, sacred decision to keep the camera rolling.

recording "You're Welcome" and discussing his own Polynesian heritage. Behind the Scenes of Disney's Moana

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When asked why no safety mats were used, Laura Fiorentino lights a cigarette (inside the no-smoking zone) and says: “Safety mats don’t exist in dreams. Why would they exist in my film?”

The hard work paid off as Moona began to take shape. Laura shares stories of the camaraderie among the cast and crew, the magical moments on set, and the overwhelming positive response from early viewers. "Seeing Moona connect with the audience is truly a dream come true," Laura says with a smile. Behind the scenes 16- Moona- Laura Fiorentino-...

And perhaps that is the truest behind-the-scenes secret of Episode 16. The magic is not in the plan. It is in the accident, the argument, the broken clock, the bleeding hand, the 50Hz hum, and the stubborn, sacred decision to keep the camera rolling. When asked why no safety mats were used,

recording "You're Welcome" and discussing his own Polynesian heritage. Behind the Scenes of Disney's Moana "Seeing Moona connect with the audience is truly

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