That’s all I’ll say.” Fans can still expect some moments that will pay tribute to the original ballad and 1998 animation. The director continued, “Not saying anything against the animation – because the songs are brilliant and if I could squeeze them in there, I would have, but we do honor the music from the animation in a very significant way.
Director Niki Caro screened three exclusive clips yesterday, and explained to press that the film is taking a more realistic approach, adding, “We don’t tend to break into song when we go to war.” As you’ve probably heard or seen from the trailers, the live-action remake of Mulan won’t have any songs or musical numbers.