Disney sued for $10 Billion in Moana Copyright Lawsuit

Well, it seems like everyone's favorite Polynesian princess has found herself in the midst of a legal squabble.

Animator Buck Woodall has filed a lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company, alleging that the upcoming film "Moana 2" infringes on his original screenplay, "Bucky." Woodall claims that several key elements of the film, including the plot, characters, and themes, were lifted from his own work. He's seeking a whopping $10 billion in damages, or 2.5% of the film's gross revenue.

Disney, of course, denies the allegations and has vowed to vigorously defend itself against the lawsuit. In a statement, the company said, "We are confident that Mr. Woodall's claims are without merit and that we will prevail in court."

The lawsuit has sent shockwaves through the animation community and has raised questions about the creative process at Disney. Some critics have wondered if the company has become too reliant on recycling old ideas and characters, while others have defended Disney's creative prowess and the difficulty of coming up with truly original ideas in today's media landscape.

One has to wonder, if the lawsuit proves successful, could this open the door for other artists to come forward with similar claims? Could we see a wave of lawsuits against Disney and other major studios?

It will certainly be interesting to see how this case plays out. In the meantime, it's a reminder that even the most beloved and successful films can become the subject of legal disputes.