The story simplifies Mulan's character arc. In the original Chinese legend, Mulan is a complex figure with deep-rooted family values and patriotism. But Disney's version seems to focus more on making her a modern - style heroine with some of the more profound and traditional aspects diluted. Also, some of the side characters are turned into comical figures which may undermine the authenticity of the overall story.
The real story focuses mainly on Mulan's filial piety and her military achievements. Disney's version adds more elements like the matchmaker scene, Mushu the dragon for comic relief. But both share the central idea of Mulan's courage and her act of taking her father's place in the army.
Mulan is a young Chinese woman. In Disney's version, Mulan's father is too old and ill to fight in the war, but the family is required to send a male. So Mulan disguises herself as a man named Ping and takes her father's place. She enters the army and faces many challenges. She has to train hard and prove herself among the male soldiers. Along the way, she befriends Mushu, a small dragon who helps her out. Eventually, Mulan uses her intelligence and courage to save China from the Huns. Her real identity is discovered but she is honored for her great deeds.
Disney's Mulan is not based on a strictly true story. It takes inspiration from ancient Chinese folklore and tales but adds creative elements for entertainment purposes.
The real story of Mulan is from an ancient Chinese legend. Mulan was a young woman who took her father's place in the army because her father was too old and ill to fight. She disguised herself as a man and fought bravely in the military for years. Eventually, her true identity was not discovered until she had completed her military service successfully.
Yes, in the Disney version, Li Shang was in the original story. He was a major character who had a big influence on Mulan's story. He was the one who trained Mulan when she was disguised as a man in the army. He was also part of the romantic aspect of the story as Mulan fell in love with him while serving under his command.
The movie, Hua Mulan, was a story with a Chinese historical background, but it was made in the United States. It reflected the acceptance and integration of American culture with Chinese traditional culture, as well as the exchange and interaction between different cultures. The movie was about a young girl from China, Hua Mulan, who participated in a court struggle in order to repay her father's debt and finally defeated the enemy. The film emphasized the power and value of women by showing Hua Mulan's courage and wisdom, as well as her connection with traditional Chinese culture. At the same time, the film also explored the importance of cultural differences and communication by showing the image and values of women in American culture.
One key element is Mulan's disguise as a man. This allows her to enter the military. Another is her friendship with Mushu, who gives her advice and helps her out. Also, the battles against the Huns are important. And of course, her discovery of her true self and the acceptance she finally gets from society.