Mulan 2-Disc announced for October

[Joe Carioca]

Let's just accept that Disney has no logic and no uniformity for their releases.

Well, I think we'll be getting the "Mulan" press-release in the next days, right? By the way, why hasn't Disney made the box set avaliable for pre-order yet?

[Leonia]

I must be the only person NOT looking forward to a Mulan "special"/"collector"/"some lame title they're using for DVD titles to get you to buy it" edition DVD, whether it's 1 disc, 2-disc, or even if they included lithos.

I have to admit, the cover is kinda cool, though. Not enough to get me to shell out $30 though.

[Loomis]

Don't get why everyone likes the cover so much, really. It looks pretty crowded, plus Mulan looks off-model to me.

Just remember: Cover art is what REALLY matters.

As I said once before, I think Disney should just release a line of DVD covers and inserts, and stop releasing the actual DVDs. They can't seem to get the latter right, and the former seems to be the primary concern of most people so I think my solution is practically perfect in every way.

Anyhoo, the cover itself looks fine. It is certainly a marked improvement over the last release. While it is similar in many respects, I think it looks slightly more stylised on this cover and you know, style is what I'm all about

Anyways, I welcome the DVD in whatever form it takes. DVDTimes says they know it will contain: two-disc special edition release featuring deleted scenes including a never-before-heard song and alternate openings, alongside numerous featurettes, games, artwork, an exclusive sneak peak at Mulan II and much, much more.

[Prince Phillip]

... an exclusive sneak peak at Mulan II and much, much more.

I keep seeing this, does this mean Mulan II is being pushed back?! Wow now disney is even pushing back their treasured sequels! Actually I guess Lilo and Stitch 2, was the first sequel to be pushed back, but that was just so it could get theatrical treatment.

I honestly don't know why some people seem to be getting all bent out of shape over the Masterpiece Edition vs. Speical Edition issue, personally I prefer Special Edition, but if Disney wants to diversify they library by putting different labels on different films, then fine! as long as they're getting 2 disc treatment!

And second of all I'm not sure if I'll be getting the gift set or not. I really really want it (same with Aladdin), but I highly highly doubt that I'll have the money for it around the time of release. In September I'm buying the Star Wars Trilogy, Alias Season Three, and 24 Season Three, so with October directly following that, I'll probably just have the money for the standard releases.

Satoshi, I recomend relieving yourself of the Star Wars Trilogy, it is almost certain to be rereleased in 2005/2006 with the other 3 movies as a super 6 movie collection set! to but it now and have it a year or 2 early but deny yourself such great Collectors Gift Sets such as Aladdin and Mulan, just seems WRONG! Wrong I tell you! WRONG!

Just something to ponder

[Prince Adam]

I can't wait for this gift set! Just seeing the cover art makes me more excited! Can't wait for fall!

well, I wan't to have summer holidays first, but it just seems that Disney DVD releases seem to make the year go faster.

Like someone's said before, it seems like just yesterday we were complaining that the Treasure's were pushed back...

OH! Received my free Tigger Movie DVD today. 6-8 weeks ...

[MickeyMouseboy]

from www.davisdvd.com

» MULAN GETS GLITZED UP


Buena Vista Home Entertainment will issue a new two-disc special edition of Mulan on October 26th. The THX-Certified set will feature a newly remastered anamorphic transfer (working from the film's original digitally stored files) and a new Dolby Digital 5.1 Disney Enhanced Home Theater Mix. Bonus materials for the double-disc set will include alternate openings, a newly animated song, audio commentary, a "Discovering Mulan" behind the scenes featurette, "Mulan's World" educational featurette of what life was like in ancient China (hosted by Mushu the dragon), a "Digital Dim Sum" feature, music videos, set-top games and DVD-ROM material. Retail will be $29.99. A tchotke-filled Collector's Gift Set will also be available at $49.99


A collectors set.....I dont know how accurate this is... or maybe it's old news and Im a little behind, I dont know but I thought this was worth posting

ahhhhh 2 box sets in one month!!! i need to get them (aladdin & Mulan). I'm a obsessed collector I buy pre-order the single disc sets from Disney store to get the lithographs and buy the two boxes somewhere else. Are you prepared for this Loomis? We gots to have it!

[Eeyore]

I swore I could hear my brain cells dying in torturous agony when I read that Mulan was actually coming to DVD as a Special Edition.

As much as I absolutely despise, loathe, and abhor this movie

Ok, gotta ask why you hate this so much?

It's a fun little movie, great songs, some beautiful animation, what's not to like?

[Loomis]

ahhhhh 2 box sets in one month!!! i need to get them (aladdin & Mulan). I'm a obsessed collector I buy pre-order the single disc sets from Disney store to get the lithographs and buy the two boxes somewhere else. Are you prepared for this Loomis? We gots to have it!

They've obviously worked out we are the TSM (Target Sucker Market) and are willing to exploit said TSM for all it is worth.

Having said that, after not owning a copy for so long, I welcome the chance to get this in ANY format. The box makes the wait all the sweeter.

Just one question: Can't you preorder the box set and get the lithos as well? I know the online Disney Store offer lithos (and sometimes plush toys) with box set preorders (they did with LK I believe).

[Prince Phillip]

I swore I could hear my brain cells dying in torturous agony when I read that Mulan was actually coming to DVD as a Special Edition.

As much as I absolutely despise, loathe, and abhor this movie

Ok, gotta ask why you hate this so much?

It's a fun little movie, great songs, some beautiful animation, what's not to like?

I believe the anwswer to that question lies in her Disney Story, the topic stickied at the top of all the other posts.

Her reason for not likely Mulan is similair to my reason for being annoyed with Hercules...

[Eeyore]

So I should dislike Brother Bear, because it misrepresents and stereotypes Canadians?

These films are entertainment, not documentaries. They're not there to educate. Hopefully, folks are entertained, and are interested enough to go out and research actual history books.

[MickeyMouseboy]

Just one question: Can't you preorder the box set and get the lithos as well? I know the online Disney Store offer lithos (and sometimes plush toys) with box set preorders (they did with LK I believe).

You are right my Loominian friend

[Satoshi]

Satoshi, I recomend relieving yourself of the Star Wars Trilogy, it is almost certain to be rereleased in 2005/2006 with the other 3 movies as a super 6 movie collection set! to but it now and have it a year or 2 early but deny yourself such great Collectors Gift Sets such as Aladdin and Mulan, just seems WRONG! Wrong I tell you! WRONG!

Just something to ponder

Yes, it would work out just fine if I weren't a big Star Wars nut and a very impatient person.

That said, I've found out that I will be able to afford the gift sets of Mulan and Aladdin, it's just that if I get them, every last bit of my money will be drained. So I think it'll probably be a last minute decision as to whether I get them or not. Plus I'll need to see some pictures and know what's in the Mulan gift set and whatnot before making the decision. It's still a ways off though so I've got plenty of time to make the decision.

[Leonia]

So I should dislike Brother Bear, because it misrepresents and stereotypes Canadians?

These films are entertainment, not documentaries. They're not there to educate. Hopefully, folks are entertained, and are interested enough to go out and research actual history books.

Stereotype? Since when did I say stereotype in my Disney Story?

I'm not saying Mulan was misrepresented. I just felt the film was too Westernized with the inclusion of Mushu. (IMO, he files under the category of "Movie sidekicks so annoying it makes me want to strangle them.")

But since I'm usually willing to give things a second chance, I think there's a chance my sister might rent the Mulan 2-disc when it comes out. I'll watch it with her and see if it's still as bad as I remember.

[rodis]

WOW, the cover looks amazing indeed but they'll be tiring out that style by the time the platinum line ends. I really like the idea of the hero being the largest and the title in the center but up until now it was only for the the platinum line and it was cool, now even a special edition dvd gets it, it'd be boring.

[2099net]

So I should dislike Brother Bear, because it misrepresents and stereotypes Canadians?

These films are entertainment, not documentaries. They're not there to educate. Hopefully, folks are entertained, and are interested enough to go out and research actual history books.

Stereotype? Since when did I say stereotype in my Disney Story?

I'm not saying Mulan was misrepresented. I just felt the film was too Westernized with the inclusion of Mushu. (IMO, he files under the category of "Movie sidekicks so annoying it makes me want to strangle them.")

But since I'm usually willing to give things a second chance, I think there's a chance my sister might rent the Mulan 2-disc when it comes out. I'll watch it with her and see if it's still as bad as I remember.

Well, you know Leonia, Disney turned our King Arthur into an annoying little schoolkid and Merlin into a scatterbrained "comedy" wizard. And let's not forget they turned Robin Hood literally into (what some consider to be) "vermin"

Nothing changes. You just have to accept it.

[Joe Carioca]

According to Amazon.com, the bonuses for Mulan are going to be the following:

DVD Encoding: Region 1
Available Audio Tracks: English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish, French, Mandarin (!!!)
THX Certified
New Digital Transfer

New Bonus Features including:
-Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes Including Alternate Openings

-Never-Before-Heard Song, "Keep 'Em Guessing"

-All-New Games & Activities

Music Videos Featuring Jackie Chan, Raven, 98° And Stevie Wonder, and Christina Aguilera

Backstage Disney:

- "Discovering Mulan": Embark on a behind-the-scenes adventure with the filmmakers

- Early Presentation Reels

- Progression Reels

Games & Activities

- Disney Pedia: "Mulan's World" - Explore the Fascinating World of Ancient Chine With Your Host Mushu

- Mulan Fun Facts

Audio Commentary

Storyboard to Film Comparisons

Multi-Language Presentation

Digital Dim Sum

Songs of Mulan and more

Widescreen anamorphic format

Number of discs: 2

Looking good, but still no sign of the box set.

[PatrickvD]

thanks for posting... Im beginning to doubt wetehr there will be a box set or not. But we'll find out soon... I think we should see a press release next week or so

[Disneykid]

Sounds pretty good to me. I'm assuming the Mulan Facts is a pop-up fact track similar to what Aladdin will get (I love these). Odd that there's no mention of galleries, though (or trailers)...

[Joe Carioca]

Sounds pretty good to me. I'm assuming the Mulan Facts is a pop-up fact track similar to what Aladdin will get (I love these). Odd that there's no mention of galleries, though (or trailers)...

Nowadays, it seems rare when they mention them.
Well, I fear Disney may "forget" to include theatrical trailers once more.

I like pop-up tracks as well ("Who Framed Roger Rabbit" has a great one). Even when they are a bit childish, they still offer good information (like the one on "The Many Adventures of Winnie-The-Pooh" DVD).
Hmmm... but I think this "Fun Facts" extras is just a series of text screens. There are extras like this on other DVDs (like "Oliver" and "Sword In The Stone").

[Joe Carioca]

Bigger version of the cover from Disney's site:



Mulan Special Edition

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Full of daring action and hilarious characters, the fun-filled MULAN 2-Disc Special Edition celebrates honor, courage, and the importance of family. The Washington Post proclaims Disney's MULAN is "gorgeously animated . . . stirringly told!" Clever Mulan proves her worth outside of her tradition-bound society when, disguised as a male soldier, "Ping," she bravely takes her father's place in the Imperial Army. Helped by her outrageously funny guardian dragon Mushu and a lucky cricket named Cri-Kee, Mulan strives to earn the respect of her fellow warriors and their courageous Captain Shang. Mulan's adventures lead to a climactic battle atop the Imperial Palace, where her family's honor and the fate of the Emperor and all of China rests in her hands! And now, this new 2-Disc Special Edition includes spectacular bonus features for families and collectors -- deleted scenes, all-new music videos, games, and an exclusive sneak peek of the all-new movie MULAN II! "This warrior is a winner!" raves People magazine.

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