Episode #219 - Who Was the Real Mulan?

January 15, 2025·1 hr 19 min·5 clips

Chinese reviewers called Disney's Mulan a 'car crash' of Western stereotypes about ancient China.

This episode examines the legend of Mulan, contrasting Disney's controversial 2020 live-action adaptation with the ancient Chinese ballad. It explores the geopolitical and cultural missteps that led to the film's failure, then delves into the historical and scholarly debates about Mulan's origins, gender roles, and Confucian interpretations.

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