<![CDATA[Animated films are increasingly recognized as cultural texts that convey values, identity, and leadership models. Disney’s Moana (2016) presents a representation of female leadership grounded in Polynesian cultural traditions, yet limited studies have explored the integration of leadership values and cultural identity in character development. This study aims to analyze Moana as a round character, identify the leadership values reflected in her actions, and examine how cultural identity shapes her leadership development. A descriptive qualitative approach with content analysis was employed, using the film as the primary data source and supported by relevant scholarly literature. The findings reveal that Moana embodies transformational and servant leadership values, including courage, empathy, and responsibility, which are closely intertwined with her cultural identity as reflected in ancestral heritage, navigation traditions, and communal values. This study recommends the use of animated films as effective pedagogical tools for leadership education and cultural preservation, emphasizing the importance of embedding cultural identity within leadership learning and practice]]>
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