Mulan Joins the Army
This epic version of the Mulan tale was an early epic, shot on location in Northern China using hundreds of extras. It is the story of Hua Mulan, a young woman who takes her fathers place in the army as he is unwell. She gains glory but must eventually deal with her deception.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 木蘭從軍 |
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | China |
| Genre | History |
| Director | Hou Yao |
| Runtime | 100 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.2/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs an early cinematic epic, relying on location shooting in Northern China and vast crowds of extras to bring the ancient ballad to life. It explores the tension between legendary heroism and the personal cost of Mulan's necessary deception.
What lingers after the final battle is the image of a solitary figure navigating a world of strict tradition, her victory bittersweet. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Hou Yao
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Watch as a foundational historical epic, appreciating its ambitious scale for its time.
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