A French dubber of African heritage, Frantz Confiac is well known for his voicing of pre-dominantly African-American actors such as Terry Crews, Orlando Jones, Courtney Vance, Tyler Perry and Tracey Morgan.Īs the French tend to dub, rather than use subtitles, over the original language, it is paramount that Disney should hold the same level of care across all its language versions, and not just solely pandering to the primarily anglo-orientated audience. While we have only heard Maui so far in the trailer, the French version is devoid of a Pacific Islander tone, with the current voicing in French thought to be that of Frantz Confiac. Of particular note for French speaking Pacific Islanders is the total lack of Polynesian in Disney France’s Moana. Similar discussions on cultural representation and inclusion have been raised amongst French Pacific Islander communities in French Polynesia, Wallis and Futuna and New Caledonia, and also their large cultural diaspora in France. Posted by Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu on Wednesday, 22 June 2016ĭespite the vibrancy of discussions around the characters and Polynesian culture that can be so far gleaned from the film, the anglo-centric media has yet to engage with other language debates. Local amenities are also in rich supply, with Barrington Mall, local parks, various eateries, the bus stop and quality schooling, including Somerfield School and Cashmere High School, all in the vicinity.Įnjoyed as a residence and rental, this home will prove to be an appealing prospect to various buyers.Maui looking like after he fished up the Islands, he deep fried em and ate em 🙂 Sitting on a rear section, this property is well-placed for convenience thanks to its effortless access into the city and up to the Port Hills. Two bedrooms provide accommodation and are accompanied by a toilet and a sizeable bathroom complete with a vanity and shower.įull double-glazing, a heat pump, ceiling and exterior wall insulation promote comfort, while a separate laundry and single garage complete this extremely practical property. Solidly constructed and showcasing relaxed modern style indoors, the two-bedroom footprint has been superbly arranged and features a contemporary kitchen, lounge and dining area at its heart which enjoys the abundant natural light and garden views offered by a sizeable corner window.Įxtensive decking provides ample outdoor living space, while the established, easy-care gardens ensure it's the perfect environment for summertime get-togethers. Located in a charming tree-lined pocket of Somerfield sits this privately placed home that offers lifestyle ease and alfresco enjoyment.