Mulan

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martiraleSep 8, 2020

7/10 - Si bien eché en falta algunos personajes y escenas puntuales de la versión original animada, he de decir que la película no es uno de los mejores live action que ha hecho Disney de sus clásicos pero tampoco es el peor. Las actuaciones7/10 - Si bien eché en falta algunos personajes y escenas puntuales de la versión original animada, he de decir que la película no es uno de los mejores live action que ha hecho Disney de sus clásicos pero tampoco es el peor. Las actuaciones fueron consistentes aunque extremadamente breves, el hilo narrativo estuvo bien pero muy acelerado, algunos personajes sí les hizo falta profundidad y desarrollo pero en general es un buen remake. Por momentos puede llegar a ser pesada.… Expand

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Dubious_DingoSep 4, 2020

Great Disney remake. Heavy on the camp, and incorporates elements of the Asian filmmaking tradition of entertainingly overdone fighting/drama.

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7

salvynism_Sep 6, 2020

The movie ain't that good, but not too bad though. If you like a family-theme movie, this film will do

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julesyBaby5000Sep 9, 2020

As someone who watched the first 2 Mulan animated movies the week before watching the new movie, and is generally not a fan of singing and musicals - I actually thought it was pretty solid movie.There were some missed opportunities, like whyAs someone who watched the first 2 Mulan animated movies the week before watching the new movie, and is generally not a fan of singing and musicals - I actually thought it was pretty solid movie.There were some missed opportunities, like why was cricket a person? The characters could have been done better and maybe keeping some of the non human characters like cricket/dragon would have been a good idea. I get that people who liked the music will be unhappy with this version, but it was a solid 7 for me.… Expand

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blueambroSep 9, 2020

Ottimo il cast, sceneggiatura carente e regia sufficiente. Il film poteva essere ottimo, le premesse erano eccellenti, purtroppo la storia risulta banale e scontata,con il personaggio di Mulan che esprime pochissimo del suo potenziale. Il mioOttimo il cast, sceneggiatura carente e regia sufficiente. Il film poteva essere ottimo, le premesse erano eccellenti, purtroppo la storia risulta banale e scontata,con il personaggio di Mulan che esprime pochissimo del suo potenziale. Il mio voto è alto solo per la fotografia stupenda, le ambientazioni spettacolari insieme alle coreografie di combattimento di alto livello. Visivamente eccezionale, insufficiente come trama.… Expand

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MoethedogSep 27, 2020

Decent for what it us. I felt it would have been better shot in Cantonese or Mandarin with english subtitles

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MattFornerFeb 9, 2021

While this will never compare to the 1998 original animated Disney film...the 2020 live-action version of Mulan is a good movie for a clean, family-friendly action movie night. It can seem dull and soulless at times, lacking the humor andWhile this will never compare to the 1998 original animated Disney film...the 2020 live-action version of Mulan is a good movie for a clean, family-friendly action movie night. It can seem dull and soulless at times, lacking the humor and good-natured fun of the original, but is easily one of the better live-action remakes from Disney.… Expand

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Simon-JJul 14, 2021

I don't understand the hate on this movie by audiences, which I thought was a great deal better than live action 'Aladdin' (almost no chemistry between characters) and photo-realistic 'Lion King' (no emotion). This one had some neatI don't understand the hate on this movie by audiences, which I thought was a great deal better than live action 'Aladdin' (almost no chemistry between characters) and photo-realistic 'Lion King' (no emotion). This one had some neat choreography in it and *shock* some actual acting (although to be fair to 'Aladdin', at least Jasmine and Genie Will Smith were decent).… Expand

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ChanekeCholoDec 13, 2021

Leaving aside the fact that this movie Is different to the original of 1998; the script, cinematography and the production is very big in quality.

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Bartleby_theCatDec 6, 2020

I judge Mulan on its own merits. I understand people expected this to be a live-action remake, but the filmmakers intended to make something like a Mulan/Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon mash up. For me, Mulan starts slowly, but it developsI judge Mulan on its own merits. I understand people expected this to be a live-action remake, but the filmmakers intended to make something like a Mulan/Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon mash up. For me, Mulan starts slowly, but it develops good themes. The action scenes are decent. It wasn't a brilliant movie, and admittedly, I liked the original animated movie better, but there's no way this movie deserves a 3/10 rating. My 12 year old daughter enjoyed it a great deal.… Expand

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lamborSep 6, 2020

Key scenes are missing that remove much of the drama and importance in a film that somehow takes longer to tell less of the story than the animated version.
Despite this it is watchable, mainly for the cast who I won't fault and the score.Key scenes are missing that remove much of the drama and importance in a film that somehow takes longer to tell less of the story than the animated version.
Despite this it is watchable, mainly for the cast who I won't fault and the score. Where this film fails is entirely on the writing, directing and that damn CG phoenix that looks like a kite.… Expand

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Voodoo123Sep 16, 2020

Mulan live action 2020 is in equal parts unoriginal and well produced. Plays it safe and delivers the basic premise but the cast here is just fantastic. I had a lot of fun watching this. Its certainly not as bad as most of the user reviews inMulan live action 2020 is in equal parts unoriginal and well produced. Plays it safe and delivers the basic premise but the cast here is just fantastic. I had a lot of fun watching this. Its certainly not as bad as most of the user reviews in here but I sense that had more to do with the real world politics and stuff...... If you like cheesy escapism and action/fantasy then there's something here for you.… Expand

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kyle20ellisMar 22, 2022

Saw 2020's 'Mulan' as a massive Disney fan. Although their recent live action offerings are very mixed and none are as good as the originals, many of their animated films are fine examples of how to do animation right. Looking at the title,Saw 2020's 'Mulan' as a massive Disney fan. Although their recent live action offerings are very mixed and none are as good as the originals, many of their animated films are fine examples of how to do animation right. Looking at the title, the advertising and that seeing it was made by Disney, it is very easy to think that this is another one of the live action remakes and it is easy why it has been critiqued as one. Part of me was really psyched being somebody who loves the 1998 film, but also worried when seeing the hate for the film and for the lead actress.

When seeing 'Mulan', it didn't actually strike me as a live action remake and doesn't have an awful lot of Disney in sight. Other than the title and references to the score of the 1998 film embedded in this one. Instead to me it came over as more another version of the character and her story, and one more serious and less family friendly, so directly comparing the two films didn't strike me as right. While the disappointment that is expressed is understandable, as there are big flaws to be found and it definitely does not have the same amount of charm, heart and thrills as the 1998 film, to me 'Mulan' was not that bad and was not deserving of the extreme backlash before it was even released. Seeing as Yifei Liu's personal views had/have nothing to do with Disney or the film crew.

'Mulan' is not perfect. Do agree with those that say that a lot of the dialogue is pretty bad, with a tendency to sound stilted, especially in the cringe-worthy and very out of place attempts at sporadic humour with the troops, and go too heavy on emphasising the characters' values. Loyal, brave and true agreed did not need to be emphasised so much, the point was made quite quickly. There are things in the plot that sounded oddly intriguing on paper, but done too little with. Especially with the phoenix, which doesn't really add anything.

Both Xianniang and Bori Khan felt like underdeveloped characters. The former comes off better as she is suitably mysterious and alluring, but her motives are pretty confused later on (with it being not clear what side she was on), she is pretty much a come and go plot device and her final scene felt very rushed. Bori Khan has an intimidating look but is underused and his motivation is pretty much the only thing that is learnt about him. Didn't like how easily defeated he was and how clumsy the scene looked. In general the characters could have done with more depth, Mulan and Zhou are the ones that come closest, and the film could have done with more soul.

However, 'Mulan' does look great, especially striking in the truly exquisite historical visuals and the at its best majestic scenery. There is a lot of colour and atmosphere in the photography, which was clearly inspired by the likes of Zhang Yimou, and the costumes do catch the eye. The CGI didn't seem too excessive and didn't look jarringly cheap either. Harry Gregson-Williams' score is stirring and also has a sumptuous emotional core, also enjoyed hearing references to the music from the 1998 film. Niki Caro on the most part directs with confidence.

Personally really was impressed by the beautifully choreographed and dynamically photographed action. When it needed to be tense it was, when it needed to be particularly athletic it was and when it needed to excite it did. Especially the big battle and the avalanche. It was easy to feel the strength, pain and perseverance needed to get through all that training, only the final showdown came over as ridiculous. The story was not perfect but it engaged enough, intrigued with the cultural aspects and inspired thanks to Mulan still being a strong character (though she doesn't grow as much or go on a character journey as much as the animated Mulan, if to briefly compare). Although the father-daughter reunion was more emotionally powerful previously, it is still quite moving in a subtle way here.

Moreover, the acting wasn't bad at all to me. Liu is a confident lead, bringing authority and vulnerability to Mulan that was ideal for this ideal heroine. Donnie Yen and Jet Li are strong authority figures and Jason Scott Lee does inject some menace into his underdeveloped role. Tzi Ma's performance is very telling in its nuance, more than once not even saying a word. Li Gong looks wonderful in the film and is both deceptively alluring and mysterious, despite the character herself is not meaty Gong's acting is quite complex.

In conclusion, prepared myself to hate it but quite liked it while finding it very flawed. 6/10… Expand

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arostislavnaSep 11, 2020

An okay, but disappointing film. It is missing a ton of things from it's animated predecessor, and the lack of filming on location. The film is sterile, and filmed on set/in front of green screen for much of the film.

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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2020

With extreme ease I can say that Mulan is to this day the most ambitious film of all the films that Disney has remade in live action.

The scale, staging, colors, details and setting easily put it on a higher level. The trailers alreadyWith extreme ease I can say that Mulan is to this day the most ambitious film of all the films that Disney has remade in live action.

The scale, staging, colors, details and setting easily put it on a higher level.
The trailers already showed some of it but seeing it in the finished film lets you appreciate the attention to detail in a better way.

Speaking about the film, I can say that I really enjoyed the first part, with the elements it took from the animated film and because it keeps a nice pace that feels pleasant and fun.

However, once the middle of the film is over and on its way to the third act, the film loses its compass, and when I say that, it's not that it becomes a bad film but that it becomes somewhat cartoonish.
Perhaps the weight of staying true to the ease with which things get fixed up in an animated film.

The way she accepts her destiny, the way she accepts that she's a woman in the Imperial army, that feels a bit forced because of the way the film pushes that plot development so quickly.
The final course, the final battle, that personality twist of one of the villains, it feels forced.
I didn't like that it doesn't feel organic, that frustrated me a lot.

Without a doubt, it's a fantasy story and also this never stops being a Disney film but that's a problem by itself because in the conflict Disney bets on the easy show, the Marvel kinda show, so it lost points in my eyes for it.

Liu Yifei does a good job, although I feel like they didn't give her much to work with. I feel like the script didn't give her much to explore with the character and it's a shame.
The film is totally hers, there's no doubt about that because of the rest of the cast frankly all are merely supportive, none leaves an impression with the exception of Donnie Yen and that's me being benevolent. I mean she's not a great actress, but anyway I feel the film didn't allow her to explore the character in the best way, although I blame this more on the script than on her because it's clear that she did take the role seriously and worked with what it was provided. I do think it was a sad thing to see the film ending up on Disney +, both for what it means for movie theaters and for the fact that it diminishes the film in a huge way.
Don't forget, this is a 200 million dollars blockbuster, and I honestly, would've loved to see it on theaters but today, beyond the cost of renting it, ending up in the service that way, makes it feel disposable.

About the changes between the animated film and this one, to tell you the truth, some of the complaints seems ridiculous to me, mainly because people has to understand something: This is supposed to be different, if you really want to see the exact the same thing, then go watch the animated one. Of the rest I can only reaffirm that I think that of all the live action films that Disney has released of its animated classics, this is the one that I've enjoyed the most.
Because the truth is that until now, none of them has made me say: '' Oh wow, it was wonderful. '' And this one didn't do it either, but I think it's the one that completed the circle in a more satisfactory way despite its defects, and maybe when the time comes, I will add it to my collection.

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rurounilucSep 4, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie it's not epical, as he selled himself, he's not great, has not nostalgic appeal, it's just a good movie. Nothing more then that… Expand

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GaliusSep 6, 2020

Good action sequences and effects. Acting was decent. Many of the things that made the original so good were stripped out though. Regret the extra cost... should have waited for it to be free later.

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banda89Sep 6, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es increíble pensar que esta película respeta mas la historia clásica de Mulan, que la película de 1998. Pero aun así creo que esta readaptación es una historia aburrida llena de momentos de “cringe”. Me parece hasta gracioso que con la nueva filosofía de Disney (buscar promover minorías e impulsar a las mujeres) hicieran a Mulan como un tipo de personaje todo poderoso, sin fallas a la que se le enseño a ocultar sus virtudes. Claro, hay un mensaje detrás de todo eso, pero no creo que sea el mensaje mas adecuado en este tipo de circunstancias.
Creo yo que la película animada tiene un mejor mensaje, Mulan es solo una niña ordinaria a la que se le da la “maravillosa” tarea de solo ser una esposa (como en la película del 2020). La diferencia es que en la película animada Mulan era eso, una chica ordinaria que con trabajo duro, apoyo entre ella y sus compañeros supera esa barrera de género y se vuelve una mujer respetada a lo largo y ancho de China. Pero en esta adaptación es una mujer con super poderes que los oculta por ser mujer, no tiene que trabajar duro para ser la mejor, ya lo es….nuevamente por ser mujer. A sus compañeros que son una parte importantísima de la primer película se les trata como personajes e relleno en esta película y se les hace a un lado, incluso su interés amoroso se ve un poco forzado y nada natural y orgánico.
Leía una entrevista con la directora donde argumentaba que el haber quitado a Mushu fue por dos razones. Una fue que querían que las relaciones entre los soldados fuera mas natural y orgánica con Mulan (es raro, porque ni siquiera te importan esos personajes, son planos y fuera de una plática mientras comen no aportan nada a la historia ni al desarrollo de personaje con Mulan) y dos… al mercado chino no le gusto Mushu y como el mercado Chino es el mayor mercado hoy en día, hay que hacer lo que el cliente mande.
Critico a Shan yu (villano de la película de 1998) por falto de personalidad y lo reemplazo por dos villanos faltos de personalidad. Donde la “bruja” no tiene realmente otra razón de ser mas que ser como una versión oscura de Mulan pero sin un motivo trascendente mas que el de soy asi porque…. Soy mujer y me menosprecian. El khan (realmente no recuerdo su nombre) es horrible, no tiene nada que haga me importe su historia (si es que tiene) y su razón para ir a atacar es… porque mato a mi papá.
Visualmente hablando es bonita, tiene grandes paisajes y las vestimentas, armaduras están increíbles. La historia, aunque se respeta mas la fuente, es aburrida, lenta y con secuencias de acción aburridas.
Si quieren ver una mejor representación de Mulan y de mujeres poderosas dentro del cine de artes marciales “hollywoodense” vean Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon y verán a una mujer asiática empoderada sin tener la palabra feminismo escrita como hoy en día.… Expand

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roastbirdSep 5, 2020

I wish metacritic can clean up some political reviews, it has nothing to do with this movie itself. If you want to support HK, go to social media not a movie rating website I think most Disney movie are falling into a serious problem aboutI wish metacritic can clean up some political reviews, it has nothing to do with this movie itself. If you want to support HK, go to social media not a movie rating website I think most Disney movie are falling into a serious problem about "creating strong female characters".(star wars, frozen, captain marvel, etc)
I'd loved to see female characters pop up on the big screen, however not Disney's formula. All four movie (mulan, star wars, frozen, captain marvel) has its main character "gifted" with power, however, there is always a evil male character telling them they needs to be "that good girl" in their thoughts. Then at certain point, the fema character realized she needs no one and unleashed the inner power. The problem here is, there is no reason for them to change, and since they are "gifted", they can suddenly become super powered like turning on a switch, which makes the story mary sue.

How our kids can relate on such story, when the movie is trying to tell them you can only be a hero when you are gifted.

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BackInActionSep 9, 2020

The animated version is one our family's favorites. Of my family of 5 (all nearly adults now), 1 was the only that was able to make it thur the whole film. It is rather boring and more often than not it feels like they left out big chunksThe animated version is one our family's favorites. Of my family of 5 (all nearly adults now), 1 was the only that was able to make it thur the whole film. It is rather boring and more often than not it feels like they left out big chunks of the film. You deserve a trophy just for finishing this film.… Expand

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fernanwallSep 5, 2020

Lastima que no sea fiel a la origina. No vale los 22€ que cobran. Faltan personajes iconos de la pelicula original,

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RustyDiamondsJan 15, 2021

The movie is more or less enjoyable, but falters and places too much emphasis on the garbage phoenix visuals. Not a bore, a nice watch, but has plot holes and issues that detract from the overall quality of the film. Not total garbage, however.

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BubberSep 6, 2020

It's a very bland movie, I guess it would be passable if it was a budget movie, but it's a hugely expensive production, they actually wasted more than $200 million on making this junk.

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johnmath95Dec 6, 2020

Not only strips the original of its musical numbers and Mushu, but its soul as well. I felt nothing.

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MaxwooSep 24, 2020

As a Chinese, I think I understand why Chinese don't like this film, obviously whoever made this film has less knowledge about the real Mulan than the previous animated film makers.

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PsychopathicTimJun 4, 2021

As it's own thing, this movie is a mixed bag, as a recreation of the novel, I still feel this movie is a mixed bag. The Art Direction and soundtrack is incredible, and I think, visually, this film stands on it's own merits. But everythingAs it's own thing, this movie is a mixed bag, as a recreation of the novel, I still feel this movie is a mixed bag. The Art Direction and soundtrack is incredible, and I think, visually, this film stands on it's own merits. But everything else is trite at best and annoyingly cliche at worst. The symbolism in some scenes is so one the nose at times, I rolled my eyes whenever that happens. Mulan's conflict isn't protecting her family by taking her father's place in the army, now it's "I need to accept myself as I am, and not hide behind the Identity of a man to be viewed as strong." I found it jarring to constantly see how she has constant power over others, and not having any weakness other than her own lack of confidence being the only obstacle in her way in the film. I will say now, It's really NOT a terrible movie, but the lack of conflict and reliance on western belief systems feel less like Mulan from the book or the Movie.… Expand

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BadAim81Sep 5, 2020

To many important scens are missing.
Kinda boring.
I dont understand what Disney is thinking
When the publish movies like this.

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VixXXXXSep 4, 2020

For $30, it is just not worth it. It's boring, lacking charm and takes huge steps backwards from the "actual" historic elements of Fa Mulan and the highly successful Mulan animated film. I rather watch Mulan II over and over then to watchFor $30, it is just not worth it. It's boring, lacking charm and takes huge steps backwards from the "actual" historic elements of Fa Mulan and the highly successful Mulan animated film. I rather watch Mulan II over and over then to watch this sloppy, SJW, PC culture infested version of a remake. WHO ASKED FOR THIS ANYWAY? Watch a documentary and research Fa Mulan. You will get a better experience. Do not pay attention to any positive reviews. There is nothing to spoil and nothing to reveal. It is as dull/lifeless as you can imagine. Songs are even MISSING from this remake? Is everyone just offended by everything nowadays?… Expand

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JunkjackSep 4, 2020

To be fair, if you want to see a Chinese female warrior then this movie is a must see. On the other hand, if Disney princess style is your preference then 1998 cartoon movie is the way to go. I believe if Mulan were real, this Mulan portraitTo be fair, if you want to see a Chinese female warrior then this movie is a must see. On the other hand, if Disney princess style is your preference then 1998 cartoon movie is the way to go. I believe if Mulan were real, this Mulan portrait by Yifei is much more real. Obviously, real Mulan wouldn’t have Mushu with her. Mulan is a story about a girl disguised as a man trying to survive in military and defending her country. The core theme inevitably containing details of fighting, so the movie is PG13 whereas the cartoon is not. To people who “boycott Mulan” for actress YiFei’s take on Hong Kong protest, y’all need to do your research on history of China and Hong Kong first. Hong Kong police ain’t the same as BLM police brutality.… Expand

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Mulan12Sep 9, 2020

It was very inspiring movie I even watched l liked it very much and the story and the background score was 超

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DavemanSep 14, 2020

Mulan 2020 is mediocre. It's too slow paced, the characters are unengaging, some questionable directing choices were made, and there are some editing hiccups here and there if you care to notice them. I fell asleep in the middle of the movie,Mulan 2020 is mediocre. It's too slow paced, the characters are unengaging, some questionable directing choices were made, and there are some editing hiccups here and there if you care to notice them. I fell asleep in the middle of the movie, and that is a very bad sign considering I've stayed wide awake for 3-hour epics like Lord of the Rings and The Avengers. It's a shame the movie isn't a musical like the animated version, because it would've filled in the gaps much better in a movie that otherwise feels way too long. There's a few interesting scenes here and there, but it's not enough to hold the movie up from its flaws. As for the ridiculous $30 on top of a subscription, that alone would warrant this movie to be a 3 or below. But I want to be fair and judge the movie for what it is and not the bad corporate decisions behind it. Unfortunately it's still an unremarkable movie.… Expand

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coustoeSep 4, 2020

Positive: Good cinematography.

Negative: Lacks the level of love and joy as the original, most of the movie seems overly mechanical and dry. Mulan's character is also less relatable. Characteristics & flaws that humanized Mulan in thePositive: Good cinematography.

Negative: Lacks the level of love and joy as the original, most of the movie seems overly mechanical and dry. Mulan's character is also less relatable. Characteristics & flaws that humanized Mulan in the animated version are lacking in the live action version.… Expand

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mohammadhoseinjSep 4, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mulan makes The "Martha" Scene from Batman vs. superman look like a masterpiece.… Expand

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bfoore90Dec 13, 2020

Well, on a positive note. Its better than the Lion King live action remake.

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IndianaParkWarsJan 29, 2021

It's Not as Bad as People Make it Out to Be, But It's Not Great
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This movie just wasn't necessary. It happened but it didn't need to. Everything was kind of blah and it didn't really have any heart to it. The only good thing was theIt's Not as Bad as People Make it Out to Be, But It's Not Great
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This movie just wasn't necessary. It happened but it didn't need to. Everything was kind of blah and it didn't really have any heart to it.
The only good thing was the cinematography, which looked really nice. It was fine enough to sit through once or half-watch but I wouldn't want to do that again.
I appreciated that it was set in China with all Chinese actors it it was also annoying that they spoke English. Like… you almost had it.
Also, that makes it clear that it was just an attempt to make more money. The story of Mulan is always great so the remake wasn't really necessary since it's the same plot. All the signs point towards cash grab.
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kader91Sep 8, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Remember that story where someone through effort, cunning and commitment became better than their male counterparts. None of that is in this movie. She’s just born with mystic powers. The Mongolian invasion no longer exists. They’re just 7 dudes riding horses on a personal vendetta against the whole Chinese Empire. Mushu is gone, the 3 funny soldiers? gone. The Emperor goes from not accepting Mulan to naming her general in a span of 30 seconds!! It gets better in the final act, but does not live to what is already been build. A big pile of CHI!… Expand

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Chexs1990Sep 5, 2020

First the good:
The cinematography is beautiful, no doubt.
The soundtrack is good as well, albeit without thinking about the musical aspect of the 1998 animation. The bad: By trying to please everyone, the director has efficiently managed toFirst the good:
The cinematography is beautiful, no doubt.
The soundtrack is good as well, albeit without thinking about the musical aspect of the 1998 animation.

The bad:
By trying to please everyone, the director has efficiently managed to create a movie which feels distinctly flat, without any heart or emotional connection to the characters on screen.
The screenwriters misspelled "Mongolians" as well (they didn't, but it's just so damn stupid).

There is no real feeling of impending doom like in the 1998 animation, and the dark scenes to establish the ruthlessness of the Khan, are gone.

With the inclusion of "Chi" they have also effectively removed the fundamental message of the whole tale. Mulan is just the best at everything because reasons, it's weird.

The character display some nonsensical reasoning as well, which I won't spoil, but holy damn, there are some encounters which are just straight up badly written.

In summation:
The movie is questionably written, without any real heart, and feels like the 1998 animation, if the animation had had a lobotomy.… Expand

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SoulWarfareSep 6, 2020

Positives: 1.Visually beautiful
2.set design and costumes are great and authentic
3. The score is really good Negatives: 1.Lack of emphasis on emotional moments 2.The supporting characters are bland 3.Characters arcs are rather random 4.ThePositives: 1.Visually beautiful
2.set design and costumes are great and authentic
3. The score is really good

Negatives:
1.Lack of emphasis on emotional moments
2.The supporting characters are bland
3.Characters arcs are rather random
4.The message of the movie is ruined by Mulan being the "chosen one" 5.The witch is a terrible character
6.The action scenes are boring
7.The editing is weird with some scenes that feel missing
8.The main actress Liu Yifei is not good as Mulan with no personality or charisma… Expand

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shadowfreak99Sep 7, 2020

Pretty casting but lack of character development, colorful scenes but poor choreograph and screenwriting leaving awkward moment for some scenes. 2 hours of movie, nothing surprising as each moment is predictable and "knew what its going toPretty casting but lack of character development, colorful scenes but poor choreograph and screenwriting leaving awkward moment for some scenes. 2 hours of movie, nothing surprising as each moment is predictable and "knew what its going to be" with the animated version, still strongly prefer the animated version.… Expand

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wickedwitsSep 9, 2020

It was so basic. Very disappointed. I don’t understand why they went with a more ‘serious’ direction. Are kids supposed to be their target audience? If so, I don’t see how it would be enjoyable for them. It was very boring at certain pointsIt was so basic. Very disappointed. I don’t understand why they went with a more ‘serious’ direction. Are kids supposed to be their target audience? If so, I don’t see how it would be enjoyable for them. It was very boring at certain points too.… Expand

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pizzatoppings88Sep 6, 2020

Not a good movie. The pacing was horrible and nothing felt believable. The characters felt like they were forced to speak exposition instead of have actual conversations. There were tons of nonsensical scenes for a movie that tries to beNot a good movie. The pacing was horrible and nothing felt believable. The characters felt like they were forced to speak exposition instead of have actual conversations. There were tons of nonsensical scenes for a movie that tries to be serious. This seriously felt like a B Chinese movie with a bigger budget.… Expand

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RonnamSep 5, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kinda boring and poorly paced. Cutting 20 minutes would really help. Not a particularly fun movie. Pretty vistas. I disliked giving the hero Ki powers. The whole point of the story is a normal girl worked hard, was brave and clever, etc. Instead now she’s a superhero? Weird choice that undermines the character, plot and theme of the whole narrative. The original is far more enjoyable.… Expand

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ShrederthecloneSep 5, 2020

This movie us painfully safe and horribly boring. Disney only cared about pleasing China instead of pleasing everybody else. The cgi was poorly animated so moments that Steve supposed to be interesting was ruined by being pulled from theThis movie us painfully safe and horribly boring. Disney only cared about pleasing China instead of pleasing everybody else. The cgi was poorly animated so moments that Steve supposed to be interesting was ruined by being pulled from the immersion. The price also is absurd, thirty dollars for a movie that couldn't capture the same charm as the original.… Expand

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marcoaurelioasDec 27, 2020

Caça-níquel genérico da Disney. Muito inferior à animação original. Também é preciso pontuar o desenvolvimento apressado da história, a falta de carisma dos coadjuvantes e, claro, a chatice e o clichê que significam a fênix. Se há algo a serCaça-níquel genérico da Disney. Muito inferior à animação original. Também é preciso pontuar o desenvolvimento apressado da história, a falta de carisma dos coadjuvantes e, claro, a chatice e o clichê que significam a fênix. Se há algo a ser salvo, a (rasa) discussão sobre a mulher, o seu papel social, feminista e, claro, a sororidade não deixam o filme atingir o fundo do poço.… Expand

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risonyeongApr 7, 2021

the cinematography was good. some good shots of fighting choreography. we watched it because we wanted to see why it was nominated for Oscar. Now we know why --- very poor candidate for the special effect catergory.
we have all the A-starthe cinematography was good. some good shots of fighting choreography. we watched it because we wanted to see why it was nominated for Oscar. Now we know why --- very poor candidate for the special effect catergory.
we have all the A-star Chinese movies actors but none of them could save this horrible disneyfied show. why must they write scripts for kids? so condescending.... don't they know by now kids are way smarter and sophisticated. don't insult them with pretense of filial piety. they know that's the premise of the whole mulan legend.
why must the real stuff in the middle by shortened to make way for the mushy last part. give me a break, please.
watched it just to complete my task of watching every nominated oscar movies every yr. this yr i am at 81% aldy.… Expand

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bertobellamySep 7, 2020

Boring and kind of ridiculous. A Disney melodrama with stupid new characters and no real development in the new ones. Bad CGI in some scenes. The only value here resides in the astounding art direction.

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tinka10Sep 4, 2020

A visual feast, but otherwise bland and lifeless. Poor characters, no humour, and no heart.

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Nobilis1984Sep 7, 2020

A film with beautiful pictures and good backdrops. The costumes also fit. But a big botch in terms of content. Mulan can do everything better than the others. That was not the case in the original. It feels like an ordinary martial arts filmA film with beautiful pictures and good backdrops. The costumes also fit. But a big botch in terms of content. Mulan can do everything better than the others. That was not the case in the original. It feels like an ordinary martial arts film and the Disney feeling is no longer there.… Expand

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ArkedenSep 8, 2020

Oh boy. 2020’s Mulan was…eh. My family and I watched it on Sunday. It was decent and some parts where genuinely enjoyable. However, unfortunately, I think it has far more negatives going for it than positives I’m afraid (especially since myOh boy. 2020’s Mulan was…eh. My family and I watched it on Sunday. It was decent and some parts where genuinely enjoyable. However, unfortunately, I think it has far more negatives going for it than positives I’m afraid (especially since my 6-year-old was so excited to watch it, but wound up walking away in the first 10 minutes).

To start, this new "Mulan" is an entirely different story from the 1998 Disney animated classic or even the 6th Century Ballad of Mulan. Mulan was a heroic story of a young girl in Ancient China who, in order to bring honor and pride to her family, risked death and torture to keep her father safe. Taking her father's place in the war to save his life. She overcame obstacles that men, bigger and stronger then she could not. It never overshadowed or undermined men. It was a story of leadership, and putting the needs of others before your own. A story of doing the right thing, no matter the personal cost. In the end she tries to offer to her father the treasures she got from the emperor as gift to bring honor to their family only to find out that she herself was more precious to him than anything else. All while having a positive message about both sexes doing what was needed to be done. It’s a story beloved by people of all ages and backgrounds. 2020's Mulan is more of a reimagined historical documentary than an actual Disney live-action adaptation. It's lost the magic that made it Disney. No heartfelt positive message. No comedy. No light-hearted interactions. No songs. No animal sidekicks. No Bisexual Le Shang. It's just a story about a historical Chinese figure, turned Mary Sue, being exceedingly monotone, uptight, and strict throughout a war who will fulfill her duty and "bring honor to us all” (China) by being a one-woman wrecking ball. It's obvious the movie tries exceedingly hard to be “realistic” in multiple aspects of the film. However, this Mulan was born with incredible Chi and godly natural talent and abilities, was a complete badbutt from the start, the fact that there is magic and sorcery in the film, and unnatural acrobatics that would absolutely require assisted rigging say otherwise. Especially since the Green Screen and CGI in this film are painfully obvious. Other than that, the movie tends to be slow-moving with dry and stale interactions from the cast. There are many awkward interactions that feel out of place.

Lastly, I have to mention all of the negative publicity and acts behind this film and during production of it. Especially the human rights crimes that were taking place in Xinjiang were video footage of hundreds of Uighur prisoners were blindfolded, shackled, and shoved into busses headed for internment camps. The actress portraying Mulan, Yifei Liu, has been very public about siding against freedom and the people of Hong Kong by supporting the Hong Kong Police cracking down on protests. In the final credits of the film, Disney offers “special thanks” to eight government entities in Xinjiang where several “re-education” camps have been documented. The film also expresses thanks to the “Publicity Department of CPC Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomy Region Committee,” the Chinese Communist Party’s Propaganda Department in Xinjiang. Finally, just as a last show of toxicity surrounding this film, the film crew have allegedly filed a complaint regarding the films diversity issues and for being forced to take DNA tests to prove their "Asianness" because there have been complaints that the film is too "White" despite having an all-Asian cast. *Sighs*…Sorry, but Disney absolutely missed the mark. I don't think I'll be seeing this one again and I will be informing the rest of my family and friends about it. 2020’s Mulan looks like it’s been turned into a glorified propaganda piece for China. #Disney #WaltDisneyStudios #Mulan #BoycottMulan #Dishonor… Expand

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guilhermefdiasSep 6, 2020

Again Disney trying to cash in a already beloved story. But making everything worse compared to the animation. Congratulation Disney, once again, you're doing it very wrong.

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winzentweenSep 11, 2020

Ok so I'm not a fan of the current regime in China. Its full on evil. But this is a film which many good people worked hard on. So if we ignore the fact...that an evil regime will benefit from this film and if we ignore the fact that the leadOk so I'm not a fan of the current regime in China. Its full on evil. But this is a film which many good people worked hard on. So if we ignore the fact...that an evil regime will benefit from this film and if we ignore the fact that the lead is infamous for her active support of the Hong Kong democracy crack down by mainland China and if we ignore that this film was actually filmed next to concentration camps and used slave labour only to actually thank the Chinese officials in charge of that well documented genocide etc...if we ignore all that ...what about the film? Well the film is not mulan as we know it. Its not much like the poem and it's even less like the cartoon. Its like ...star wars with the force called chi and some Chinese state propaganda thrown in for good measure. The Dragon is gone too. Apparently Chinese audiences didn't like it but western Americans loved it...So ofcourse China won. I guess the live action Shrek remake will also cut eddie Murphy and donkey Because apparently the chinese regime doesnt like donkeys...or winnie the pooh. The film is average as a film. Its no longer about coming of age or work hard and get good or anything to do with women's plight in China...which under the 1 child rule has been pretty bleak. Its more about being born the right type of Chinese person...So again very Xi JingPing rhetoric and reminiscence of Nazi Germany superman philosophy. Outside of that it looks lovely and sounds fine. Just very average overall and not really for kids. Not sure who this is for except China but apparently China isn't a fan due to the issues it has brought to light in our uncensored free press. In China there has been a media black out. So i found myself asking was it really worth it Disney ? No is the simple answer. This is a shameless greedy cash grab which has failed and cost reputations as well as lives. As a fan of mulan I'm gutted but in 2020...What more can we expect ? We should expect more than thanking Chinese nazis imo but then maybe I'm out of touch. C -… Expand

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vreeSep 5, 2020

If you thought that getting rid of Mushu was the only bad thing to expect, think again...

There is no singing in the movie and even the ambient music scenes have completely lost their power. The plot has actually been made weaker. And theIf you thought that getting rid of Mushu was the only bad thing to expect, think again...

There is no singing in the movie and even the ambient music scenes have completely lost their power. The plot has actually been made weaker. And the pacing is all over the place...

Skip this and just watch the original classic.… Expand

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kingcuban08Sep 14, 2020

Utter disappointment. I was ready to a new Mulan. I love the old one, but was happy to see a live-action remake. Unfortunately, this version was terrible. Terrible new characters, terrible pacing, terrible action sequences. I wish IUtter disappointment. I was ready to a new Mulan. I love the old one, but was happy to see a live-action remake. Unfortunately, this version was terrible. Terrible new characters, terrible pacing, terrible action sequences. I wish I could get that time back. It could have been SO MUCH BETTER!… Expand

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alexdamacenoSep 15, 2020

Though very beautiful, “Mulan” is a very dull and uninspired movie. Now I’m obligated to watch the original one...

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Method__ManSep 13, 2020

If it was free, I might let is play in the background while i do something more entertaining.

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AmunozrochaSep 9, 2020

Mediocre, barely a snack time movie, isn't funny or interesting, the bad guys are just stupid, the whole plot is just meh.

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kpaulSep 5, 2020

China literally makes the best story telling tools illegal. No "co-production" will ever be successful while Chinese censorship stifles any engaging story telling tool like character develop through overcoming flaws. Literally illegal!

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RealReviewNoBSSep 10, 2020

It was a meh. Justification for the story of fa Mulan is a joke leaving out mushu. You added a witch who transforms into animals and that's real? Lmao another miss for Disney on real life adaptations

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zNeverSleepingSep 15, 2020

O longa conta com muitos diálogos expositivos, deus ex machina quando é conveniente, um vilão fraco, junto a um desenvolvimento "forçado" da propanonista. Uma das personagens interessantes é a bruxa, que apenas serve como uma alavanca aO longa conta com muitos diálogos expositivos, deus ex machina quando é conveniente, um vilão fraco, junto a um desenvolvimento "forçado" da propanonista. Uma das personagens interessantes é a bruxa, que apenas serve como uma alavanca a protagonista e nem tem um background próprio revelado - poderia ser muito rico para a trama.

O filme é demasiadamente longo. Temos a sensação que nada está acontecendo, o clima entre os personagens não são dos melhores, principalmente entre a Mulan e o Rapaz interessado. As discussões acerca da cultura Chinesa não passam do obvio, a ponto de animações terem discussões infinitamente mais profundas.

A fotografia é muito bonita, porém não me surpreendi com o HDR. Nota-se que as cores ficam mais bonitas, claro. Mas não me recordo de ver um frame expositivo, com cores abundantes e contraste absoluto. Não se deve exigir isso de um filme, sendo que é uma decisão artística. Mas para um filme tão colorido, sinto como um desperdício. A profundidade de campo é bela, assim como alguns planos em slowmotion.… Expand

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Zephyr711Sep 6, 2020

Inferior to the original animated movie in basically every aspect. Less entertaining, exciting, funny, emotionally investing. Weaker story telling and pacing and bad character development. Disney gives us a Mary Sue again instead of realInferior to the original animated movie in basically every aspect. Less entertaining, exciting, funny, emotionally investing. Weaker story telling and pacing and bad character development. Disney gives us a Mary Sue again instead of real struggling. Every little bit that made the original one great is missing in this one. After the umpteenth bad remake of a good original the question remains: Why? Sadly the answer seems obvious. Not only is Disney creativity bankrupt but not even capable of recreatIng moments of former glory adequately. Not worth any money. Maybe not even worth the time watching it.… Expand

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clem666Oct 14, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Niki Caro simply destroyed the issues of the original Mulan movie. Attempting to rewrite the story was praiseworthy but man, there are some subjects and scenes you just can't miss. According to the huge feminism movement our societies are dealing with, the Mulan movie should have been the perfect place to transmit deep messages and to develop strong points of view. Instead of this we face a Mulan endowed with supernatural powers (the still unexplained Chi thing), hesitating to reveal them or not. The movie kind of try to address the problem of omnipresence of honour in men living in Medieval China but until the end the father of Mulan (who represents it) stands his ground and eventually never questions things the way they deeply are. Instead of this we receive a cold and superficial message about the importance of familiy. Nothing in the status of any woman in the movie changed from the beginning to the end. When all this thing ends you feel like you wasted your time for some childish random movie without any second lecture as an adult. The heroin is impossible to understand, the action scenes are jerky and unepic, there is an unexplained presece of some meaningless phenix, characters are just caricatures of themselves, and above everything feminity is a totally muted subject. A good point is that the landscapes are wonderful. Still a mess.… Expand

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FabizemSep 6, 2020

SO SAD! They changed everything for worse! NOT REALIST AT ALL! Who do this movie was aprooved without musics?!

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Sarcastic_DevisDec 5, 2021

Wow, che sorpresa incredibile, questo film è una cagata fumante.

Scherzi a parte, non è possibile essere noioso, ridicolo, con un editing atroce, con una protagonista pessima, con un pessimo messaggio di emancipazione femminile e senza alcunWow, che sorpresa incredibile, questo film è una cagata fumante.

Scherzi a parte, non è possibile essere noioso, ridicolo, con un editing atroce, con una protagonista pessima, con un pessimo messaggio di emancipazione femminile e senza alcun tipo di carisma allo stesso tempo. Ho visto due ore di un involucro vuoto alla fine. Beh, almeno è migliore del nuovo Aladdin.

Consigliato? Sul serio, sono due ore di nulla. Certo che no.… Expand

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Bro2Oct 18, 2021

Thought people were just being harsh. But nah, this movie is terrible. CGI and half the lines are just bad

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LifeLongGamer8Sep 9, 2020

Giving this as fair a review as I can, as a kongfu flick its terrible, Pacing is a joke, cinematography is real bad most of the time, there are some cool effects and uses of color. But really I was laughing at the choices it made, its like aGiving this as fair a review as I can, as a kongfu flick its terrible, Pacing is a joke, cinematography is real bad most of the time, there are some cool effects and uses of color. But really I was laughing at the choices it made, its like a B-roll movie… Expand

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ChangoGamerSep 7, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy buena película, el problema es el
costo que #Disney impuso para poder disfrutarla en #Disney+ en Latinoamérica es ridículo.… Expand

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NudieSep 12, 2020

Would stay clear of this movie as it introduces way too many new elements that just don’t make sense, while also diluting the charm that the original Mulan had to offer.

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kevscornerSep 12, 2020

It's like The Rise of Skywalker with Mulan. It's missing all the charm and music of the old animated version and replaced it with B grade martial arts. There are some good parts of the film but overall a disappointment. Plus, it's $30. JustIt's like The Rise of Skywalker with Mulan. It's missing all the charm and music of the old animated version and replaced it with B grade martial arts. There are some good parts of the film but overall a disappointment. Plus, it's $30. Just wait a few months and it'll be on Disney plus for free.… Expand

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NjmzSep 8, 2020

Not interesting plot, overused green screen and uninspired fighting sequence

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apocaLEEPseJan 8, 2021

It's impressive how the animation is so much superior and even more realistic than this movie. We see no cartoon dragons, spirits or music, but the kung fu acrobactics are all over the place in a lame way, making this movie a childish versionIt's impressive how the animation is so much superior and even more realistic than this movie. We see no cartoon dragons, spirits or music, but the kung fu acrobactics are all over the place in a lame way, making this movie a childish version of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. I forgot to mention, there is a horrible CGI phoenix that make you question about this being a Disney movie.… Expand

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21ParkSep 28, 2020

This movie has no reason to exist i mean it is the worse live action disney movie the trailers made it believe this was gonna be different but no

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zklSep 4, 2020

another disappointing soulless remake with half-hearted nods to the nostalgia of the much better animated original for its emotional beats. weak superhero-esque splendor trying to be something empowering yet ending up lazy and hollow. a movieanother disappointing soulless remake with half-hearted nods to the nostalgia of the much better animated original for its emotional beats. weak superhero-esque splendor trying to be something empowering yet ending up lazy and hollow. a movie with jarring editing trying to be more realistic yet has a unrealistic wooden protagonist with little depth and literal superpowers. I find it hard to imagine anyone who can relate to a magical person born with extraordinary unearthly talent far superior than their peers, whos main struggle is to just use their potential. Not learning to get better, not working or training, but to not hold back their physical prowess. This internal struggle of a demigod is sadly not even that well executed of a journey. if this being is so powerful why does another equally powerful shapeshifter need to sacrifice themselves against a measly arrow. makes no sense. donnie yen's character was also the only one who looked like they could actually fight. I was so excited and hopeful after seeing the trailer, but this lacks the spirit and emotion that was so integral to the animated version. ex the decision to take the place of her father was such a powerful moment in the original, but in the modern remake it just happens. so many things "just happen" for the sake of happening. This movie is virtually inferior in every aspect when compared to the og. watered down, "safe", and sad.… Expand

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JrystalSep 4, 2020

I'd rate the movie higher if it wasn't so expensive. If it ever gets added to just basic Disney Plus then I'd consider upping it to a 4 or maybe a 5. Otherwise it's a pretty bland film with underwhelming action, dead eyed performances and theI'd rate the movie higher if it wasn't so expensive. If it ever gets added to just basic Disney Plus then I'd consider upping it to a 4 or maybe a 5. Otherwise it's a pretty bland film with underwhelming action, dead eyed performances and the worst training montage I've ever seen. Doesn't hold up to the original film or the countless other film adaptations of the legend of Hua Mulan.… Expand

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LFGSep 15, 2020

Nmms,pinche película aburrido, no tiene nada de interesante ni entretenido

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djandredantasSep 11, 2020

It's visually beautiful, Mulan's performance is a little weak, the actress doesn't generate much impathy, she "doesn't feel" things, always with the same reaction, the story is kind of cliché, for those who were expecting a faithful remake ofIt's visually beautiful, Mulan's performance is a little weak, the actress doesn't generate much impathy, she "doesn't feel" things, always with the same reaction, the story is kind of cliché, for those who were expecting a faithful remake of the animated film 1998, you will be disappointed, a lot. A film to watch with your family once in your life and forget.

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QpidoSep 4, 2020

Nothing like the trailer was making it out to be. Had some emotional moments, but this came over more like a cheesy cheap remake of an old tale rather than living up to the opportunity that Mulan could have provided to girls like it did forNothing like the trailer was making it out to be. Had some emotional moments, but this came over more like a cheesy cheap remake of an old tale rather than living up to the opportunity that Mulan could have provided to girls like it did for so many in the 90s kicking off the girl power movement.

The acting was terrible all around and horribly edited. If you want to sum up the movie in one scene, watch the emperor scene right after he gets saved and the ropes get undone by Mulan (close to the end).

So much potential, a real shame. I’ll stick with the classics.… Expand

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gocartpileupSep 4, 2020

Watched the movie and I must say that the remake does not have the character as the original. Mulan, the main character is bland and does not have the character development that makes us care as the original. Side characters are rushed andWatched the movie and I must say that the remake does not have the character as the original. Mulan, the main character is bland and does not have the character development that makes us care as the original. Side characters are rushed and there is very little development. New characters that replaced the original are simply not good and took away from the experience. The movie is bland with very little humor and bored me.

Pro: Scenery
Cons: Story

Would not recommend paying full price. Simply watch when it comes out for normal viewing on Disney.… Expand

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GabiwandSep 5, 2020

It has little to nothing happening for 1h and a half of the movie.
The ending scene is good , but it will not pay off the 30 dollars you need to invest to watch.
Just don't buy it is not worth it.

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MrTemboSep 5, 2020

This movie is so bad, honestly, there is one scene almost at the climax of the movie where I wanted to just turn off the TV, I was expecting so much more from this movie but it didn't deliver, not even close.

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WeylandCorpSep 5, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’ll be short with this one. It’s exactly what you expect from a modern film: good action, good scenery, removal of key characters, and an uninteresting protagonist. No mushu, no cricket, no ancestors, Mulan’s 3 pals are gone, no singing etc. it’s mulan without he heart and soul. This just isn’t worth the 30 dollar ticket. Save this film for a rainy day when you’ve got nothing better to do.… Expand

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sixdessertsSep 6, 2020

PRO: beautiful cinematography, some memorable choreography. CON: poor Chinese cultural understanding, action sequences draw from wuxia but fail to do it well, editing is choppy and fails to build any tension or emotional impact, dialoguePRO: beautiful cinematography, some memorable choreography. CON: poor Chinese cultural understanding, action sequences draw from wuxia but fail to do it well, editing is choppy and fails to build any tension or emotional impact, dialogue feels translated directly from Chinese and is both simple and lacks complexity. This film feels ultimately like a potshot by Hollywood productions at a Chinese movie. They tried really hard to make this appealing to a Chinese movie goer and honestly, missed this mark completely. Disney seems to have missed the development of Chinese cinema in the last 20 years. Taste in 'costume dramas' has developed a lot and there are much higher standards in both the production and acting. Chinese cinema now has done every part of Mulan 2020 did, but far better. Removing the distinctly American parts of the original exposes the flaws of this movie and magnifies it to who are more familiar with the material. Despite the complaints about the cartoon Mulan, the cartoon Mulan is somehow far more genuine in it's representation by being true to the American Chinese experience. The irony is the remake poisons it's own Qi by not being true to itself in either the cultural origins or the Disney predecessor.… Expand

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Vasiliki7Sep 6, 2020

Totally disappointed by the movie. It lacks the depth and emotional variety of the original, and comes up as dry and flat. Not anything special in the background music except a copy of the original songs. No emotional changes, no transitionTotally disappointed by the movie. It lacks the depth and emotional variety of the original, and comes up as dry and flat. Not anything special in the background music except a copy of the original songs. No emotional changes, no transition from village life to home atmosphere, no intensity. I can only excuse these decisions given that in the asian culture it is not polite to express intense emotions. However they could've found a balance. Mulan's personality has dramatically changed between the two movies, from cheerful, kind, courageous, determined and honest to silent, non expressive, a bit proud and too weak. In the original, she fought hard to get strong both physically and mentally. She never hid her character. In this version, she is struggling until she discovers her "chi" which magically boosts everything from her fighting skills to the team's full acceptance with almost no effort at all. It's cringe, cause you can't see a smooth/ logical transition in the soldiers' feelings towards her, they just go from "you brought shame upon your family" straight to "You are a warrior, you will lead us". There is no inner struggling, no overcoming of their prejudices, no final giving in to their gut and faith in her. It doesn't make sense that a cartoon covers all these aspects of human nature and the actual film just overrides them all. The actress is ok, although I don't see the impulsion, innocence, humility and kindness found in the original. They seem forced and don't flow naturally out of her. There is more than one scene that I've caught her being a bit too proud and snob about her acomplishments. There are many other things I would like to refer to, but these are the most obvious to me. Generally I expected a lot more. re.… Expand

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MufasaaaSep 8, 2020

Remaking the original would have been much more pleasing. This movie seems rushed and full of missing story plots.

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HybridxSep 8, 2020

Was expecting more but was completely left wanting. The cinematics were good but the story and cohesion were lacking. I expected more for my money and was disappointed. I watched the original animation shortly after and much preferred it.

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RumentinoSep 10, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is full dull and simple characters! As a result Mulan is the only relevant character. They worried so much about making a realistic film that they removed Mushu... but included unrealistic martial arts scenes, a witch and a fénix. By far the worst one… Expand

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IsenmannOct 18, 2020

The original did everything better. And I've maybe watched the original two times 20 years ago and I still couldn't help but be puzzled by the changes this movie made. Beautifully shot but that's the only thing this movie has going for it.The original did everything better. And I've maybe watched the original two times 20 years ago and I still couldn't help but be puzzled by the changes this movie made. Beautifully shot but that's the only thing this movie has going for it. Even by itself the movie just doesn't really work. You're not invested in any of the characters. A waste of money and completely unnecessary.… Expand

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pichi2Jan 31, 2021

es una película mediocre y el mensaje que da es que si eres mujer lo tienes todo resulto no como en la original en la que el mansaje es que tienes que esforzarte para conseguir lo que quieres aparte de que tiene muchos errores

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MattyiceSep 4, 2020

While I give Mulan some credit for trying to do something different (whereas a lot of prior Disney remakes just rehashed the same story beats again and again), the lack of music, character, humor, and emotion leaves the film rather hollow.While I give Mulan some credit for trying to do something different (whereas a lot of prior Disney remakes just rehashed the same story beats again and again), the lack of music, character, humor, and emotion leaves the film rather hollow. The original was full of life and spirit, while this film goes for a gritty and rather soulless approach, which is not what audiences in America asked for. Maybe Chinese audiences did (since this film was clearly made to pander to them), but even then from what I heard they loved the songs, Li Shang, and Mushu too, who are both absent in this film. I appreciate Disney trying to actually make notable changes to its remakes for once, but this is just a boring slog of a movie that lacks any major enjoyment.… Expand

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6_4_IVI_3_I2Sep 17, 2020

Worst live action reboot (so far).
None of the original songs.
Half the fun characters are missing. The plot is so... so much worse. They took as story about a woman working hard to achieve her goals while the whole world is against her, intoWorst live action reboot (so far).
None of the original songs.
Half the fun characters are missing.
The plot is so... so much worse.
They took as story about a woman working hard to achieve her goals while the whole world is against her, into a woman born with powers and everyone just treats her like she's special.
Why work hard when you can be born with magic right?
oh and don't expect to see fan favorites like Mushu. Apparently Disney wanted this to be a grim and boring movie with 0 comedy.
Stop doing live action remakes if you're just going to make sh** worse.

No joke this movie is so bad even pirates are staying away from it.… Expand

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MaxPayneIsGodSep 13, 2020

Underwhelming
Full of contrived cliches
The Disneyfication ruins what could have been a great Kung Fu'esq movie
Decent cinematography and choreography watered down for what the execs think is the target demographic, of which I am not a part of.

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ScienceAdvisorSep 4, 2020

Nearly every aspect of this movie is bad, and I am sure this will take home at least one Razzie. Just another movie that proves the access media will shill at the drop of a hat. Do not forget to click on the reviewer's name to spot theNearly every aspect of this movie is bad, and I am sure this will take home at least one Razzie. Just another movie that proves the access media will shill at the drop of a hat. Do not forget to click on the reviewer's name to spot the shills like Geralt_ofRavia, who needed to create a zero-day account to claim that everyone else is a liar.… Expand

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Kai82Sep 6, 2020

A ridiculous money grab for a remake that lacks the heart, soul and humor of the original. In the original Mulan made the heroes journey of self-discovery as she develops and overcome the odds by determination, will power and working harderA ridiculous money grab for a remake that lacks the heart, soul and humor of the original. In the original Mulan made the heroes journey of self-discovery as she develops and overcome the odds by determination, will power and working harder than anyone else. Here there is nothing as she is a Mary Sue or close to it. Even more they removed Mushu. You read that correctly. Mushu was a highlight of the original and it is beyond my imagination how they thought this could be a good idea or well received. They say they wanted appeal more to the Chinese audience. The characters are overall more diluted and inferior to the original. I don't blame the actors here because it is the fault of the script and decisions by the production company. This is also true for director Niki Caro. My respect for what she did here with this crippling limitations for character development and storytelling. I must also mention the CGI. It is also strangely unpolished and sticks out. The soundtrack is O.K. and fight scenes are good. The scenery and looks are a bit strange and it is hard to describe. A YouTube reviewer said it looked like a Bollywood movie where they took out everything that makes a Bollywood movie great (Singing, joy, emotions, etc.). Again this is strangely a fitting description. However my main summary would be that the movie was boring and you will often look on your **** Overall this is a movie that was ruined by corporate decisions and makes you to want to rewatch the original to remove the bad taste in your mouth. I am not sure if I would recognize it as remake of the original if I did not know it. I subtract 2 points for the cash grab on Disney+.… Expand

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MarkneriSep 7, 2020

Boring and soulless. Giving a message that you have to have extraordinary genes and not hardwork to become something. Totally unfunny too. Had to watch Alladin after to balance it out.

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raorianSep 5, 2020

Another IP ruined to appease specific demographics.
It really feels like this movie is meant for china
They completely botched Mulan and her family. The worst sin is that they added superhero chi because market survey says people want to beAnother IP ruined to appease specific demographics.
It really feels like this movie is meant for china
They completely botched Mulan and her family.
The worst sin is that they added superhero chi because market survey says people want to be special and not earn things through hard work like in the original.
Really the sins are of three types:
PC stuff, like removing romance with superior officer
China appeasing
general poor writing (stupid villain: "we're the same". "no"
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grant28304Jan 16, 2021

Setting aside the human rights violations involved in making this film, This film is still not worth your time. Basically, the only reason this review has any points is that there is continuity in sense, and there is something resembling anSetting aside the human rights violations involved in making this film, This film is still not worth your time. Basically, the only reason this review has any points is that there is continuity in sense, and there is something resembling an instruction like the beginning middle, and end. Other than that I would recommend not watching this movie to anyone.
For starters, people who liked the original Mulan should go watch the original. If you like kung fu movies go watch something else.
By itself, this movie has a bunch of stuff that is bad. The main actress plays Mulan as flat and blank. Mulan's character has non-sensical motivations that aren't consistent. One of the villain's character's motivation doesn't make any sense. And then the film removed all the redeeming qualities from the original movie. Many of the elements of the movie are contradictory, and the supporting is forgettable.

My recommendation: watch the original movie or go watch kung fu movies, but don't waste your time on this movie.… Expand

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stsilverSep 9, 2020

Should be rated R for "rubbish". It has acrobatics but no action. It has talking but no acting. It has multiple scenes but barely what you'd call a plot.

How they managed to make a movie that is so much worse than the fairly successfulShould be rated R for "rubbish". It has acrobatics but no action. It has talking but no acting. It has multiple scenes but barely what you'd call a plot.

How they managed to make a movie that is so much worse than the fairly successful cartoon and also pretty much every kung-fu inspired movie I've ever watched is completely beyond me. Yuck.… Expand

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Ramazan_119Sep 7, 2020

The movie goes against everything that made original version great. I could understand most of these changes, but they just don't work. The whole war aspect was executed poorly, and Mulan's character development was non-existent. Instead ofThe movie goes against everything that made original version great. I could understand most of these changes, but they just don't work. The whole war aspect was executed poorly, and Mulan's character development was non-existent. Instead of breaking through barriers and proving self-worth, this Mulan is supernatural kung fu, Avengers-style superhero - no struggle in overcoming yourself, bettering other men, or using clever strategies.
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ChanunnakiSep 6, 2020

Poor, sad, boring. A serious missed opportunity. Lacks any of the character, emotion or whimsy of the original animation it's based upon. Truly disappointing. Please make these live-action remakes end or at the very least, inject somePoor, sad, boring. A serious missed opportunity. Lacks any of the character, emotion or whimsy of the original animation it's based upon. Truly disappointing. Please make these live-action remakes end or at the very least, inject some artistic integrity back into your films Disney!… Expand

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DilaonSep 5, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MILD SPOILERS:

This version of Mulan makes her a Mary Sue. She is born with a huge reservoir of chi, which makes her more powerful than everyone else. She didn't work for it, she didn't do anything to deserve it. She was just born with it. In the animation, she actually makes up for her lack of physical strength by outsmarting everyone else. Not here. Here, she's just a child prodigy. Just because she takes part in the training doesn't mean she needs it. She's actually suppressing her power, Elsa style.

Apart from that, the movie has glaring editing amateurish mistakes. One moment she's holding the sword, the next she's already armored up and striding out of her village, any emotional charge or dramatic tension is gone from this scene compared to the original animation. In another part, Mulan wants to find higher ground to fight the enemies, she mounts her horse, and the very next frame she's already behind a rock shooting arrows! It feels like the movie was butchered in the editing room.

They also stripped down any comic relief whatsoever. No Mushu, no jokes, even granny had to go. The movie takes itself too seriously to the point where it becomes dull. The actor playing Mulan has the acting range of a wood plank. The CGI is sometimes OK and sometimes hideous.

There's nothing epic about the fights like it was promised. We've seen wire-fu done a lot better in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and in House of Flying Daggers, and even in The Matrix. There are no epic scale battle scenes.

This movie is inferior to every other version of Mulan out there, including and especially to the animation of 1998.

It's not a terrible movie, mind you. But it's definitely NOT worth the 30 bucks. And I have no wish to watch it again. One time was more than enough. This movie is in fact scaled-down in every sense. There's magic (or chi) but it's not magical. The fights seem to be actually scaled down from the animation, fewer people, less epic, huge empty fields. Even the Imperial City has no citizens. Empty streets everywhere. We never get to connect with the other characters and we do not care for them. Mulan's village is smaller. The war camp is smaller. The pacing feels rushed. It's amazing that with all the songs taking up screen time and about 30 minutes less, the original amination felt a lot more fleshed out and had better pacing.

Disney sacrificed everything that made this movie special in order to appeal to the Chinese audience. I hope it pays out to them. This movie is just the latest disappointment in a series of unnecessary remakes. It is certainly not worth 30 dollars to watch.… Expand

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