Author(s)

Li Weiwei ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Hinggan League Technician College, Ulanhot, Inner Mongolia, China

Corresponding Author

Li Weiwei

ABSTRACT

It is an important mission of our time to tell Chinese stories well, especially to present a positive cultural image through classic Chinese stories. Among the Chinese cultural images adapted and created based on traditional Chinese story themes, Mulan is one of the most widely known figures.From the release of the animated film "Mulan" by Disney in 1998 to the premiere of the live-action film "Mulan" in 2020, the artistic image of Mulan continues to be praised by Western society even today. Both the animated and live-action films of Mulan are based on the legendary story of Hua Mulan, a female warrior hero from the Northern and Southern Dynasties period in ancient China. However, why did the live-action film seem to face challenges in resonating with Chinese audiences? The narrative of typical Chinese images from a Western perspective has sparked heated discussions among Chinese viewers. This discussion has not only prompted us to reflect on the international narrative dissemination of typical cultural images but also inspired us to consider our sense of responsibility and mission in telling Chinese stories well. Furthermore, it has brought enlightenment regarding the practical significance and methods of telling Chinese stories effectively.

KEYWORDS

Song of Mulan, Film, Narrative, Chinese Story

CITE THIS PAPER

Li Weiwei, From "Song of Mulan" to the Disney Film Mulan: How to Tell Chinese Story Well. Lecture Notes on Language and Literature (2024) Vol. 7: 7-12. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/langl.2024.070802.

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