Ever since Disney announced "Mulan" live-action movie, the project has been wrapped in controversy starting from its cast down to its plot lines. Reports about Korean actress Park Shin Hye has been received well by the fans of "Mulan" live-action movie. However, when reports about Jennifer Lawrence landing the role of Fa Mulan circulated, the controversies began.
'Mulan' Live-Action Movie: Jennifer Lawrence Is Disney's Final Choice?
Everyone know that "Mulan" exudes all things Chinese, sprinkled with bits and pieces of Asian culture. With that in mind, it is only logical for fans to expect that "Mulan" live-action movie will be comprised not necessarily Chinese, but generally, Asian actors and actresses.
Reports that Jennifer Lawrence will be playing the role of Fa Mulan has raised a lot eyebrows from fans and critics alike. Disney might be tittering in a very delicate spot that touches cultural and racial sensitivity.
The fans are demanding that Disney stick to the original details in "Mulan" animation. The hashtag #MakeMulanRight circulated in social media sites, urging Disney to sort things out and carry out the details similar to the original animation.
'Mulan' Live-Action Movie: After 20 Years
It has been 20 years since the original "Mulan" animation was first released in cinemas. Disney should not be complacent with the time factor, because the memories of the fans are still fresh as ever. One small change in the character or plot will certainly not go unnoticed.
Aside from Jennifer Lawrence and Park Shin Hye, Jamie Chung is also one of the top choices to play Fa Mulan in "Mulan" live-action movie. The 33-year old actress has played the role of "Mulan" in "Once Upon A Time" TV series so she can pretty much say "dibs" when it comes to experience.
'Mulan' Live-Action Movie Release Date
As of writing, it appears that Disney is still on the process of sorting things out, from the cast down to the plot and story line because an official announcement has yet to be made. Disney better double time because "Mulan" live action movie release date is set on November 2, 2018.
