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Sadira · Hero Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Posts: 103

I think it`s interesting the way Disney developed a balance between these two characters.Mulan and Shang are different ,but they still have some things in common. Even though Shang appears to be a no nonsense captain, he still has a sense of humor and a gentle nature under it all.He is also unsure of himself at times.He cares about what people think and he doesn`t want to disappoint his father. Shang tries to follow the path that society has set for him and he does well. This is my only problem with Shang.I know that he lives in a time, when people are forced to live up to society`s ideals,but I feel like he`s trying to smother his own personality.In a way, this makes him a much more complex character.He has a inner struggle. Mulan`s struggle is a bit more dramatic because it is much more obvious. Her true nature shines through no matter what happens.She`s the sort of person, who can`t be anything, but herself.She`s much more willing to speak her mind. Despite all this, the characters each have something to offer one another.She offers him a unconventional way of looking at things.He teaches her endurance.

Nez · Posted: Wed Oct 20, 2004 3:38 pm Post subject:

Wow. A good observation if I ever saw one.

Ever done film appreciation for a class?

Sadira · Hero Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Posts: 103

I can`t be the only one, who finds Shang`s conflicting character elements disturbing. These are the scenes where he was going to behead Mulan and the part shortly after that.He tells her that she doesn`t belong with them.I think I`m making too big a deal about this. Oh well... That`s just the way Iam. By the way, Has anyone heard any news about Mulan 2 ? I need to get a life! Rolling Eyes

I spend to much time thinking about cartoons.

Sadira · Hero Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Posts: 103

I don`t expect Mulan 2 to be as good as the first film,but I`m looking forward to it.Normally, I`m never excited about sequels. I really want to see the growth of Shang and Mulan`s relationship. Hopefully,this element alone will make the film worth while. The plot doesn`t sound promising.
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Salukfan · Posted: Fri Nov 26, 2004 9:22 am Post subject:

All I can say about Mulan 2 is that the scene in the trailer of Mulan tackling Shang post-proposal is really, really aggrivating. *Sigh* I liked class and subtlety better. But I'll give it a chance to win me over in the context of the film.
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Aurora 101 · Posted: Sat Dec 11, 2004 5:10 pm Post subject:

All I want to know was how did "Ping" pick Shang up with one arm when the moutian fell on the huns? Confused

Tar · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 6:50 pm Post subject:

Princess Lydia · Elemental Joined: 12 Nov 2004 Posts: 679

It sounds okay but I saw the commericial and I think mulan is played by a different actor for the voice I don't know for sure though! Confused

AladdinsGenie · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:24 pm Post subject:

I think the only sequels I have liked (that aren't Aladdin related) are Toy Story 2 and Return to Neverland. All the others I have seen, but not really cared much for. Atlantis 2 and Lilo and Stitch 2 are exceptions because they were made to introduce a TV series.

Princess Lydia · Elemental Joined: 12 Nov 2004 Posts: 679

Yah I agree AG those were my only favorites two.

I they don't spend as much time on the secound show as they with the first crazy huh? I wish they would have though! Shocked

Tar · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:44 pm Post subject:

AladdinsGenie · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:55 pm Post subject:

Don't even go there with LK 2 Mad

I hate the element of bringing kids into sequels.

Whenever I watch the first Pocahontas and it gets to the end where she tells him "I'll always be with you and I'll never leave you" blah, blah blah, I always yell at the screen "Don't believe her! She's got another John lined up when she goes to England. She doesn't mean it!" Pocahontas 2 totally makes the ending of the first one hilarious. Laughing

Tar · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:59 pm Post subject:

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AladdinsGenie · Posted: Sun Jan 02, 2005 8:06 pm Post subject: