I don't _know_ this is true, but...

[solarbird]

...I can see it being true, so tell Disney - don't do this. Seriously, Don't.

An Open Letter to the Creators of Disney's Live-Action Feature Film 'The Legend of Mulan'

A white merchant's business brings him to the heart of a legendary Asian conflict -- he unwittingly helps save the day while winning the heart of the Asian female. Am I describing the plotline of the Netflix series Marco Polo? No. I'm describing the spec script that Disney bought for its live-action feature film, The Legend of Mulan, which is projected for release in 2018.

As an Asian American person in the industry, I am furious after reading this script. I am writing this letter anonymously so all the fans anticipating this remake will know how problematic it is in its current form. We must urge the creators of Disney's live-action Mulan to reconsider the story before the film goes into production.

Comments

[arethinn]

Ugh. Why?!

[solarbird]

Racism, misogyny, and expectations of both in audiences.