Walt Disney Pictures. has unveiled the first first trailer for their live action version of Mulan. The adaption of the 1998 animated classic seems to be shaping up to the quite the epic.
There’s no hint of the musical aspect of the original also moments from that movie’s score are present here. Instead the ninety-second trailer focusses more on the sweeping landscapes and the epic journey of the movies lead, played here by Liu Yifei.
A short synopsis for the movie reads:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRNm3fBi7B4&feature=youtu.beWhen the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner-strength and embrace her true potential. It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honored warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation…and a proud father.
Mulan hits cinemas March 27, 2020. The movie is directed by Niki Caro, stars Liu Yifei, Donnie Yen, Yoson An, Gong Li and Jet Lee.
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