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Mulan

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Fearful that her ailing father will be drafted into the Chinese military, Mulan takes his spot -- though, as a girl living under a patriarchal regime, she is technically unqualified to serve. She cleverly impersonates a man and goes off to train with fellow recruits. Accompanied by her dragon, Mushu, she uses her smarts to help ward off a Hun invasion, falling in love with a dashing captain along the way.

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Exploring themes of family duty and honor, Mulan breaks new ground as a Disney film while still bringing vibrant animation and sprightly characters to the screen.

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Desmond Ryan Philadelphia Inquirer 12/20/2024
4/4
Mulan marks a sumptuous return to top form, and it can stand comparison with anything done in the classic era of Disney animation. Back then, Snow White dreamed that some day her prince would come. Today, the prince would not find Mulan waiting for him. Go to Full Review Jeff Strickler Minneapolis Star Tribune 12/20/2024
4.5/5
The color palette is stunning, the attention to detail exquisite and the merger of computer-animated epic scenes with intricate, hand-drawn passages is seamless. Go to Full Review Jami Bernard New York Daily News 12/20/2024
4/4
It features exquisite, silky backgrounds and enough action, romance and silly stuff for all ages and genders. Go to Full Review Donald Munro Fresno Bee 12/20/2024
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Mulan is beautiful. It soars, laughs and cries. It's as delicate as a late-blooming cherry blossom and as solid as the Great Wall of China. Go to Full Review Dennis King Tulsa World 12/20/2024
4/4
This lovely, energetic and painterly film, based on an ages-old Chinese legend about a young warrior heroine, is one that achieves a nearly perfect blending of elements -- adventure, romance, comedy, music and art -- that define the genre. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Trafalgar L @TDWaterLaw93 Mar 11 "Mulan" is arguably the best Disney animated film during its Renaissance era post-"Pocahontas." It tells the story of a young woman named Fa Mulan who is destined to become a perfect bride. However, after a disastrous meeting with her matchmaker Mulan feels she's letting her family down. At the same time China has gone to war and due to the villainous Shan Yu conscription has been enforced. Mulan balks at the decision because of her father's health, but when he insists that he'll die for honor she is distraught. Not wanting to see him go off to war she takes his place. Now masquerading as a male soldier Mulan is aided by her guardian Mushu and must stop the war. This film is full of memorable moments and breathtaking animation. Highly Recommended! See more Felix S. @FelixjSolis Mar 10 Disney at its Finest. Bringing Honor to Us All! See more Elijah L. @Batman1000 Mar 6 Mulan is one impressive achievement ranking with Beauty and The Beast and The Lion King. See more Tyler L @Tyler131 Mar 2 A great movie with great singing and great voice acting. See more Peyton W @CCHS_Football_2834 Feb 12 Eddie Murphy is very funny in this movie See more Nate D. @Weeaboss Feb 12 Mulan's beauty in both cinematic sight and sound must be seen to be believed. The first Disney animated film to be based off a historical figure, the film's greatest strength is its fleshed-out characters thrust into the conflicts of war. Serene and captivating, Mulan relishes its quieter moments and balances these with smart, snappy dialogue and biting action set-pieces. See more Read all reviews
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Barry Cook

Director

Tony Bancroft

Director

Ming-Na Wen

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Eddie Murphy

Mushu

BD Wong

Shang

Miguel Ferrer

Shan-Yu

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Synopsis Fearful that her ailing father will be drafted into the Chinese military, Mulan takes his spot -- though, as a girl living under a patriarchal regime, she is technically unqualified to serve. She cleverly impersonates a man and goes off to train with fellow recruits. Accompanied by her dragon, Mushu, she uses her smarts to help ward off a Hun invasion, falling in love with a dashing captain along the way.
Director
Barry Cook, Tony Bancroft
Producer
Pam Coats
Screenwriter
Rita Hsiao, Christopher Sanders, Philip LaZebnik, Raymond Singer, Eugenia Bostwick-Singer
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Walt Disney Pictures, Walt Disney Animation
Rating
G
Genre
Kids & Family, Musical, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 19, 1998, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$120.6M
Runtime
1h 27m
Sound Mix
Surround
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