Disney and Matewa Media have just announced their cast for 'Encanto Reo Māori'.
Last May, the team announced an online audition to look for the perfect actors across the motu for the film.
Here are the thirteen actors who will be a part of 'Encanto Reo Māori'.
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- Mirabel - Te Waimarie Ngatai-Callaghan
- Abuela Alma - Hinetu Dell
- Bruno - Poroaki Merrit-McDonald
- Isabela - Anahera Taare
- Luisa - Marcia Hopa ( reo kōrero) & Awatea Wihongi (reo waiata)
- Pepa - Tuakoi Ohia
- Félix - Rutene Spooner
- Agustìn - Justin Rogers
- Julieta - Makaira Berry
- Dolores - Awhimai Fraser
- Camilo - Tauawhi Bonilla
- Antonio - Matewa Waititi
- Mariano - Mataara Stokes
Encanto Reo Māori is a celebration of where two cultures, Colombian and Māori, meet. The film highlights the similar values between these cultures: celebrating community, intergenerational knowledge, and respect for our elders.
Colombian consultant Mauricio Lozano, who hails from the Amazon, along with multilinguist Hana Mereraiha, have ensured that the Spanish language is honored throughout the film.
“Although this has been the most challenging film of them all, it’ll pull on the heartstrings, make you laugh and cry all in the one breath,” says Tweedie Waititi, Producer and Director said.
“Encanto Reo Māori is Disney’s most culturally diverse production to date. It is an opportunity for us to embrace the many expressions of Māoritanga and celebrate the magic of being Māori,” say Producers Chelsea Winstanley and Mia Henry-Teirney.
Encanto Reo Māori is set to release in selected theatres on September 12th 2024.
