The film stars Yifei Liu in the title role, alongside Donnie Yen, Tzi Ma, Jason Scott Lee, Yoson An, Ron Yuan, Gong Li, and Jet Li in supporting roles. [66], On July 7, 2019, the official teaser trailer and the official teaser poster were released during the broadcast of the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup Final. Once a fearsome warrior himself, he is committed to crushing the Rouran forces that threaten the security of the empire and its people. The film scored 4.7 out of 10 on the rating site Douban after debut,[140] but as of December 2020[update] scored 5.0. The beats are predictable and it’s decidedly odd to see Chinese people speaking with American accents. [21], Disney originally sought an Asian director. "[129], Mick LaSalle of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote, "Mulan is a spirit lifter, and though it doesn't arrive as planned, it could not arrive at a better time", saying "Throughout Mulan, there are shots of such visual splendor that viewers will catch their breath. Mulan kills Khan, but not before he disarms her and destroys her father's sword. [121], The film made $23.2 million on its opening weekend in China, a low figure but a 23% improvement upon Aladdin's debut the year before. Böri Khan is the Rouran warrior who commands the Northern Invasion. Film was originally supposed to come out in March 2020 The soldiers she befriended stand up for her, and Tung decides to believe her, and allows her to lead a unit to the Emperor's palace. Jun Yu as Cricket, a hapless recruit who joins Commander Tung's unit. The guards are murdered, and the Rourans prepare to burn the Emperor alive. I loved the 1998 animated original. In one, the morning mist clears and reveals an army in the distance, with its flags and colors, a frightening yet strangely beautiful sight. Additionally, Ming-Na Wen, the original voice of Mulan in the animated film, its sequel, and other projects, cameos as an esteemed guest who introduces Mulan to the Emperor. Finance then reported that, according to analytics research firm 7Park Data, nearly 29% of U.S. Disney+ subscribers that accessed the app from September 1 to 12 purchased Mulan, which in the best-case scenario would result in $261 million for Disney. The site's critical consensus read, "It could have told its classic story with greater depth, but the live-action Mulan is a visual marvel that serves as a stirring update to its animated predecessor. [86][88], In September 2020, Cynthia Vinney of CBR wrote that Honghui's interactions with Mulan were "more homoerotic" than Li Shang's in the animated version and likewise "can be read as bisexual". Ultimate Collector’s Edition: 4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™ + Digital, Multi-Screen Edition: Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital, Target Exclusive: Filmmaker Gallery Book (4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™+ Digital), Best Buy Exclusive: Collectible Steelbook (4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™+ Digital), Mulan 2020 + Mulan Animated: 2-Movie Collection Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital, Mulan Animated Ultimate Collector’s Edition: 4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™ + Digital. And anyway, it was Mulan who had the crush on him! Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner-strength and embrace her true potential. This way there are no conflicting other Disney movies around that time. As a young woman, Mulan is arranged to meet with a matchmaker to demonstrate her fitness as a future wife. [49] The soundtrack album was released by Walt Disney Records on September 4, 2020. When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Though she still tried to "honour the music from the animation in a very significant way,"[43] as she did not want to disrespect the original film; however, she stated she could not find a place to use the original music. [34], Principal photography began on August 13, 2018, at locations in New Zealand and China and wrapped on November 25, 2018. [32] According to the report, published on November 22, 2016, he said that he would like to see an Asian director leading the film, but he had to decline because he was still obliged to promote his film Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk. When the Emperor mobilizes his troops to fight the onslaught of invaders from the North, she masquerades as a man to take the place of her ailing father under the name Hua Jun, setting her on an adventure that will transform her into a legendary warrior. On her way, she is confronted by Xian Lang, who reveals that she was also shunned by her people and fights for Böri Khan only because he treats her as an equal and that no one else does. It lays down a marker of progress achieved and progress to come. 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[79], The film was marked by several controversies, relating to both production decisions as well as comments by individuals involved in the movie. [70] On November 6, Liu was featured as one of the 25 stars of Next Gen Talent 2019 nominated by The Hollywood Reporter with two new studio stills released concurrently. [96][97], According to Reuters, after the controversy about the film's links with the Xinjiang erupted overseas, the Chinese government ordered media outlets not to cover the release of Mulan. [124] On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 73% based on reviews from 303 critics, with an average rating of 6.70/10. He becomes an important figure in Mulan's soldiering life, not only as her commanding officer but as a mentor as well. One of the more common complaints about the film is its treatment of qi. He waited until after she was no longer under his command to pursue any sort of romantic relationship. The live action version doesn’t have songs or the sassy, talking dragon Mushu. Check out a preview above. Disney Seth Maury and Andres Langlands served as visual effects supervisors and Sean Andrew Faden served as production supervisor. [113], In its first weekend of being available on other digital platforms, Mulan was the top-rented film on FandangoNow, and third on both Apple TV and Google Play. The studio mounted a lavish red … "[128] Writing for Variety, Peter Debruge said, "On one hand, the result isn't immediately recognizable as 'a Disney movie,' but neither does it establish its own narrative or visual signature, the way Tarantino did when remixing Asian influences for Kill Bill. [85] The reasoning behind the removal was met with social media backlash from fans of the original film and members of the LGBTQ community, who deemed Shang's relationship with Mulan's male alter ego Ping to be bisexual. Producer Jason T. Reed clarified Caro's previous statement by saying that the songs would be featured "in a slightly different way" in the remake. [91], Disney received some criticism for hiring a white director for the film, rather than an Asian director. [71] On November 20, the Japanese theatrical poster was released online. Image: Walt Disney Pictures Disney has pulled Mulan from its Aug. 21 release date. [77][78], A tie-in novelization of the film written by Elizabeth Rudnick was published by Disney Publishing Worldwide on February 11, 2020. But as the story unfolds, Xianniang learns that she has more in common with her young adversary Mulan than she realizes. [104][105] On October 7, 2020, British politician Iain Duncan Smith sent an email to Disney, criticizing the filming in Xinjiang, with Disney defending it, saying, "it is standard practice across the film industry worldwide to acknowledge in a film's credits the cooperation, approvals, and assistance provided by various entities and individuals over the course of a film's production." Mulan is a 2020 American action drama film produced by Walt Disney Pictures. [12], Harry Gregson-Williams, who previously worked with Caro on The Zookeeper's Wife, composed the film's score.[1]. [39], The visual effects are provided by Sony Pictures Imageworks, Weta Digital, Framestore, and Image Engine. At the end of the credits, the film gives special thanks to several government entities in Xinjiang, including the now-sanctioned Xinjiang Public Security Bureau in Turpan, which operates the internment camps, and several local committees of the Publicity Department of the Chinese Communist Party. Looking to watch Mulan (2020)? Qi is a traditional idea in martial arts and Chinese medicine concerning a person's energy flow. [6] The film had a traditional theatrical release in countries without Disney+ where theaters have re-opened. [51] The film was originally scheduled for a November 2, 2018 theatrical release, but was delayed, with The Nutcracker and the Four Realms taking its slot. Mulan. "[60] The premium fee will be approximately US$26.00 in other countries when considering conversion rates for their native currencies. Mulan to me was a real Chinese heroine, whose life I had known since I was a toddler. "[127], Leah Greenblatt of Entertainment Weekly gave the film a B+ and described it as "a classic hero(ine)'s tale, exhilarating in its elaborate set pieces and large-scale ambitions even when the smaller human story within it sometimes falls short. That will be judged — and should be judged. "[130] Justin Chang of the Los Angeles Times wrote, "Mulan is a heroic muddle, one that elicits both a disappointed sigh and an appreciative nod. 2020. [29] A team of casting directors visited five continents and saw nearly 1,000 candidates for the role with criteria that required credible martial arts skills, the ability to speak clear English, and star quality. Mulan, flustered, attempts to pour tea in front of the matchmaker, but a spider scares the former's younger sister Xiu, accidentally causing a mishap that destroys the teapot, leading the matchmaker to call her a disgrace in front of her family. [99][100] US Senator Josh Hawley sent a letter to Disney CEO Bob Chapek asking, among other things, for clarification on Chinese government involvement in the film. ", "Disney's 'Mulan' Gamble: How Much Can It Make By Skipping Theaters? It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honored warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation…and a proud father. ... Mulan is coming to Disney Plus on September 4. Entitled Mulan: Before the Sword, the novel was released on February 11, 2020. Mulan's unit distracts the Rourans while Mulan goes to save the Emperor. [101] The Human Rights Foundation also sent a letter to Chapek asking Disney to condemn human rights violations and consider donating some of the film's earnings to promote human rights in Xinjiang. Cheng reprised her role in the Mandarin-language dubbing of the movie. Arka Das as Red Fez, who is possessed by Xianniang to enter a palace which she and Böri Khan conquer, This page was last edited on 20 February 2021, at 05:38. What a shame for Hong Kong." [30], On November 29, 2017, Chinese-American actress Yifei Liu was cast in the film to portray the titular role of Mulan. An artist will express themselves, and the burden of responsibility is on the art. "[44] Christina Aguilera, who previously performed an end-credits version of "Reflection" for the original film, confirmed during a performance in The Xperience that she had recorded a new version of "Reflection," as well as new material for the remake's soundtrack. Mulan. Mulan was then set for released in cinemas in the UK and US on 27th March 2020 but thanks to the COVID pandemic it had to be postponed again. When is Mulan coming to DVD? "Mulan" was originally scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on March 27, 2020. As mentioned in the small-print of the official Disney Plus page, Mulan will become available " to all Disney+ subscribers on 4th December 2020 ". It can't just be white people being hired to make movies, no matter what the subject matter is. [26], On March 30, 2015, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Disney had restarted development of the live-action adaptation with Chris Bender and J. C. Spink producing, while Elizabeth Martin and Lauren Hynek would be writing the screenplay. "[46][47] On March 8, a Mandarin-version of the song, titled "自己" ("Zìjǐ"), performed by Yifei Liu was released,[48] while Aguilera's English version was issued later the same year, on August 28. Alongside dozens of other inexperienced recruits, she ultimately becomes a trained soldier under his tutelage without exposing her true identity. [73] On January 26, 2020, 6 individual character posters were released. Over the course of production, the film was the subject of several controversies, including changes to the source material and filming in Xinjiang in light of the Uyghur genocide and Xinjiang re-education camps. This classic tale is being re-told in a live-action remake. After multiple delays, the live-action remake of Mulan is coming to Disney+. The more this conversation is being had, the more that diverse artists are given opportunities. Mulan is reunited with her family. "[131], Aja Romano of Vox wrote, "The Mulan remake jettisons everything great about Disney's animated classic and delivers nothing new." The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday that it will debut its live-action blockbuster on its subscription streaming service, Disney+, on Sept. 4. [7] On October 4, 2016, Disney announced that a global search for a Chinese actress to portray the title role was underway. The film received generally positive reviews from Western critics, who praised the action sequences, visuals, and performances but criticized the screenplay. 34 VIDEOS | 826 IMAGES. Initially set to hit theaters across the United States on March 27, Disney has said it will postpone the theatrical release of its upcoming live-action … The film stars Yifei Liu in the title role, alongside Donnie Yen, Tzi Ma, Jason Scott Lee, Yoson An, Ron Yuan, Gong Li, and Jet Li in supporting roles. Many celebrated this as a win for diversity in Disney films. 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