Mulan: 15th Anniversary - The Voices of Mulan II

This release celebrates the 15th anniversary of the original "Mulan" and includes "Mulan II." The original film follows a young woman who disguises herself as a man to take her father's place in the Imperial Army and fight against the Huns. "Mulan II" continues the adventure as Mulan and her friends Shang, Cri-Kee, Mushu, Yao, Ling, and Chien-Po are tasked with escorting three princesses to a neighboring kingdom, a mission that challenges their loyalty and forces Mulan to confront her own desires.

The 15th Anniversary release itself is a compilation and re-release, not a new film. The original "Mulan" (1998) was critically acclaimed for its animation, music, strong female lead, and blend of humor and drama. "Mulan II" (2004), however, received a significantly more mixed to negative reception, often criticized for a less compelling story, weaker humor, and a deviation from the spirit of the original.

• The original "Mulan" is praised for its vibrant animation, memorable songs, and empowering portrayal of a female hero.
• Critics lauded Ming-Na Wen's voice performance and the film's respectful yet entertaining take on Chinese folklore.
• "Mulan II" is often seen as a disappointing sequel, lacking the depth and charm of its predecessor.

Google audience: Audiences widely appreciate the original "Mulan" for its inspirational story, humor, and music, often calling it a classic Disney film. "Mulan II" is viewed by many as a weaker follow-up that doesn't live up to the original's quality.

Original "Mulan" (1998) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song ("Reflection") and a Golden Globe for Best Original Song. It also received an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Voice Acting for a Female in a Feature Production (June Foray).

The character of Mushu, voiced by Eddie Murphy, was originally conceived as a more serious guardian, but the filmmakers decided to inject humor and make him more of a comedic sidekick after Murphy joined the cast.