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Animator Sues Disney for $10 Billion Over Moana Claims

1/14/2025

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Animator Buck Woodall is taking on Disney in a dramatic copyright lawsuit, alleging that the beloved Moana franchise is rooted in his unproduced screenplay, "Bucky." He claims that former Mandeville Films director Jenny Marchick shared his work without permission. Woodall is demanding a staggering $10 billion in damages and a court ruling to protect his rights. Disney remains silent on the matter.

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Animator Buck Woodall is taking on Disney in a dramatic copyright lawsuit, alleging that the beloved Moana franchise is rooted in his unproduced screenplay, "Bucky." He claims that former Mandeville Films director Jenny Marchick shared his work without permission. Woodall is demanding a staggering $10 billion in damages and a court ruling to protect his rights. Disney remains silent on the matter.