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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Books Entire Cinema for Suffolk Primary School’s Moana Screening
7/14/2026, 12:04:39 PM
Private Screening for St Gregory Primary School
Hundreds of pupils from St Gregory Primary School in Sudbury, Suffolk, and about 500 family members watched Disney’s live-action *Moana* at Colchester’s Vue cinema. All nine screens were reserved for the school, and the event featured a sing-along version, a video greeting from Johnson, and complimentary sweets, popcorn and a signed poster.
Viral Plea Leads to Celebrity Offer
In January the Year 3-4 class posted a video asking Johnson to take them to the film for their end-of-year trip. Head teacher Daniel Woodrow said he promised a special outing if Johnson responded. After seeing the clip, Johnson’s team, in partnership with Disney, arranged the exclusive cinema hire and sent a video message pledging the surprise.
School Leader’s Reaction
Daniel Woodrow called the evening “perfect and incredible,” noting a “positive atmosphere” and saying the experience would create lasting memories. He stressed that “if you’re in a position to do something for other people… then do it,” hoping the act of kindness would inspire the children to be kinder.
Verbatim Quotes
- “evening was perfect and incredible” — Daniel Woodrow, Head Teacher
- “We had about 700 people come to the cinema, the children, their friends, their family, and we had all nine screens hired for us, they were treated like royalty,” — Daniel Woodrow
- “The children had the best possible time - they were coming out talking about their favourite bits and singing the song.” — Daniel Woodrow
- “If you're in a position to do something for other people and to make a difference to them, then do it,” — Daniel Woodrow
Why It Matters
The episode shows how a social-media appeal can mobilize a major studio and a global star to deliver a community-focused event, reinforcing messages of generosity and the influence of celebrity philanthropy on young audiences.
