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Summary: Chinese Tradition 2 Disney
Review: Mulan is just a myth in China, but a lot of girls look up 2 her, even tho we don't know if she actually existed. She was so worried about her father that she went to the army for him, even tho she knew she faced the risk that if ppl found out, she'd be sentenced to death. In the Disney version, they pump it up, and make her wounded, and they find out she's a woman, but she saved the captain's life, so he spared hers, and blah blah, she became the herion of China. The myth was that she returned home safely, fighting off the enemies. It really brings out the Chinese Tradition, and still, a lot of girls, ranging from young little girls to the elders, they still look up to her, and so do I.
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Summary: "My little baby's all grown up and-- sniff!- savin' China!"
Review: The newest Disney Animation studio in Florida just opened, and this was their first film to animate. Maybe that is why the movie has a fresh look that's a departure from Disney! A new studio animation division called for new animators and directors, who were new enough not to fall into the cookie-cutter plots and themes we have seen in recent Disney films. Although it didn't garnish as much recognition as Beauty and the Beast or Aladdin, Mulan is just as entertaining, witty, dramatic and FUNNY. The humor works, not really because Eddie Murphy has a prominent role in this movie, but because the jokes originate out of the plot and the theme- the dragon Mushu is not just there to crack jokes! You will not be taken aback by the portrayal of Chinese people or their history (although the Huns never really attacked China, but no matter) and they do NOT mimick the anime style. The theme, by the way, is honor, standing up for yourself, and keeping with those you love to the fullest extent! Oh yeah, and cross-dressing! Not a first for Disney, they have done it before, but this is the first animated film where cross-dressing is the major target for humor. It treats the suggestive theme very gently so no one will be offended (and we never do see anything!) while at the same time takes it to such outrageous heights that you can't help but accept it. Visually, the animation is top-notch. The art is inspired by Chinese brushstrokes and beautiul subdued color palettes. As for the songs, there are four here, none that are Oscar-worthy, but okay to listen to. The best song could be "Be A Man", sung during the booth camp scenes. I would not make too big a deal on the bonus material, however. They really only consist of one trailer and two music videos, all with bad reception. A landmark achievement for Disney in portraying a herione who, for once, is not helpless!
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Summary: Real girl power!
Review: Set in a culture & time where women's worth was measured through her obedience (to husband) & homemaking skills, Mulan stood out like a sore thumb. She exemplified all women who had both the brains & the guts to follow her heart, show her true worth & desire to bring honor to her own home. With courage & perseverance, she learned the skills of a true warrior. & despite being a Disney film, I noticed that they stuck to reality. They could have made Mulan oh-so-powerful & brawny...but instead, her real worth was shown through courage & BRAINS!!!, as it is impossible to expect that a petite girl like her could physically outdo a Hun warrior. I loved her sidekick Mushu & the cricket, who indulged the audience with their humorous antics, thereby giving the film some humor & light touch. & of course, I'd recognize that voice anywhere. ...
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Summary: That's "Han", People
Review: Just to help anyone who cares to know, there are no "Huns" in this movie. The Huns were a Germanic tribe who ransacked and raided in Europe - the Han are a Chinese ethnic group whose ancestors set out to conquer the nation during this movie's time period. I blame Disney for not giving a little intro at the beginning of the flick to explain this - I'm also upset that the Han were only shown as a pack of yellow-eyed barbarians, because the Han dynasty of China was a period of definate advancement in culture and the arts. So there.
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Summary: Great Disney Movie
Review: This is a great disney movie,like all the other ones!It has a great plot,great characters,and great songs!The best part of the whole move is the message.I suggest that everyone should watch this movie!
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Summary: Mulan has heart.
Review: Mulan fits well in the long line of Disney's princesses who make us laugh cry and sing. She was a welcome addition after a long getaway from the happy go lucky princess story line. not only did she keep up the high par of romance and adventure, she broke boundaries that disney had not yet crossed. an adventure where the princess was not only a heroine of the story line but a heroine of her entire country. kudos to Mukan and kudos to disney. An absolute MUST WATCH film.
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Summary: Mulan is the best!
Review: Mulan is one of the best Disney movies I've ever seen. The story is wonderful, the songs are beautiful, and even though I'm 15 i still can't get enough disney. I love the songs "Be a Man" and "Reflection." Let's face it, I'm a hopeless romantic, and this movie has a love story, action, music...what's not to love?
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Summary: honorable Disney film
Review: I had not heard the chinese fable about a girl who impersoantes a male soldier and saves China. I'm sure Disney took some liberties with the story, as they do all that get turned into mass-entertainment. This film is exceptionally well-done. The vocal casting is spot-on, with Eddie Murphy nearly stealing the show as Mushu, the wise-cracking dragon sent(?) by her ancestors to protect her. The love Mulan has for her family, her father in particular, is well-represented here, as it is her love for him that drives her to take his place in the Chinese army. What would any of us do to save the life of someone we love? The fight scenes are awesome, being of higher quality than many live-action movies. The songs are top-notch, especially 'Reflection', and 'Be A Man'. What should please some is that the charactors don't break into song at the drop of a hat, as is usual in many animated films nowadays, but rather the songs are dispersed throughout the film, and only five songs at that.
The animation is superb, the vocal talent is perfect in their roles, and the plot is well-thought out. A definate feather in the cap of Disney!
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Summary: ...
Review: This is not what Mulan is like! Read it from a real Chinese standpoint and you will note the difference. Why has Disney forced their views on a Chinese one? They should leave my culture alone. They know this isn't the real Mulan and I know they don't care. Otherwise, they would have taken some ethnic responisiblities!
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Summary: I love this movie!
Review: Mulan was a really good movie. Mulan had to do some quick thinking when Shang asked her what her name was. She said her name was Ping. The songs were really good, my favorites were Reflection, True to Your Heart and Be a Man. This is almost as good as Balto or Oliver and Company. This a really good movie.
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