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Mulan's father is ill and is not in any condition to join the Chinese military. She knows her his patriotic spirit will not keep him from joining countless other to defend their beloved country. The rules are only males can join the military, but that doesn't prevent Mulan from joining under a disguise. Mulan trains diligently alongside her compatriots. She uses her wits to assist the military in stopping a Hun invasion. Things turn more complicated when she falls in love with the handsome Captain Li Shang, whose command she's under.

The film was released on June 5, 1998. Tony Bancroft and Barry Cook directed the fantasy drama. It's based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan. You will enjoy the rich history of the Chinese culture. Lots of research was conducted to honor the true story of Mulan. The budget was 90 million and the film grossed 304 million, earning a Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. It won several Annie Awards, including Best Animated Feature. The sequel went direct-to-video. Although the film is rated G for General Audience, some of the scenes may be too intense for children. I recommend you watch it before your children do.

The film was a great success. The sequel extends the adventure. Mulan is engaged to Li Shang, who holds the rank as general. Where the first film focused on patriotism, the sequel focused on relationships and finding true love among arranged marriages. The second film wasn't favored by critics. Perhaps the theme was too adult. It could also be the length of time between the films. The sequel was released in 2004, six years after the original. In order for a sequel to be viable, it needs to release within three years of the original film. If too much time passes, it could fall victim to changes in tastes and interests. Even though the sequel was released during the start of social media, that channel didn't prove useful as a marketing tool until 2010. Paramount Pictures used social networks to promote their film  "Paramount's Paranormal Activity." The film was produced for less than $15,000 and grossed over 150 million at the box office. They used Facebook to promote the film, asking fans to request the movie at their local theaters. The campaign worked in their favor and the film opened in wide release.

Disney is rebooting "Mulan." They adapted the film into a live-action one. They have made a few changes. Li Shang is not Mulan's love interest. Even the central antagonist has been changed. Shan Yu will not be the villain. Instead, the new villain is a woman and a witch. She is a brand new character. Live-action Mulan is set to be released in 2020.

Fun Fact: Live-action is when actors and actresses are used instead of animation or animated pictures.

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Review by Tiffany Unscripted.

Imagine my delight to find 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' in the DVD Netflix database. This movie has been a staple of my childhood. Even today, I enjoy watching Limpet, the epitome of 'Nerdism.' He finds love in an unlikely place. Henry Limpet is fascinated by aquatic life, much to the despair of his wife, Bessie Limpet (Carol Cook). When Henry falls into the sea, he transforms into a fish, fulfilling all of his fantasies of freedom. Passed over for naval service, Henry seizes the opportunity to serve his country and help the United States win World War II. World War II (the Second World War) was fought on a global scale and took place from 1939 to 1945. The victory was determined by who could spot an enemy ship first. Radar was crucial during this time. Henry had a similar ability to assist the navy in tracking enemy submarines. The story takes place before the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Is this a movie I recommend to 21st Century children and movie lovers? Is it worth watching this Holiday season? We shall see!

Fun Fact: There was a naval mine called 'Limpet' used during World War I and World War II. The mine would magnetically attach to an enemy vessel. The German Navy referred to the Henry Limpet character as 'Das (The) Limpet.'

What I find delightful in Henry Limpet is how they portray his progression from simpering nerd to confident hero. It's interesting to note that Henry didn't acquire his full potential until he was allowed to be what he truly wanted to be. He experienced joy, happiness, and fulfillment after he transformed. It wasn't easy. There was still an adjustment period. It wasn't until he met the love of his life (Ladyfish), voiced by Elizabeth MacRae, that he realized he is capable of doing many amazing things. One of my favorite lines from the film is when Henry says to Ladyfish, "What if I told you I used to be a human being?" Her response is, "I don't care how terrible your past was, Limpet." Wouldn't it be amazing if we could all learn from this film?

Fun Fact: Elizabeth MacRae (Ladyfish) portrayed Gomer Pyle's girlfriend on Gomer Pyle: USMC (1964).  

'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' is based on the 1942 novel titled 'Mr. Limpet' by Theodore Pratt. Warner Bros. adapted the novel to a live-action/2D animated adventure film, which released March 28, 1964 (USA). The screenplay is by Jameson Brewer and John C. Rose. Joe DiMona adapted the screenplay to film. Good cinematography pulls the audience into the story. The cinematography by Harold E. Stine is exceptionally done. The framing and editing for 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' carried the story visually, allowing it to express its viewpoint. It has a nice rhythm, with a flow that gives it the right amount of tension and atmosphere in the film. Arthur Lubin (Film Director) faced a challenge. It was probably his hit series, 'Francis,' about a talking mule, which prepared him to direct 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet.' Frank Perkins scored the film. The music is beautiful.

Fun Fact: Some say 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' inspired 'Spongebob Squarepants.' If this is true, the creator's words are a mum.

A remake of 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' was in the works. Two directors, Kevin Lima (2009) and Richard Linklater (2014), were attached to the project.  The project stalled and both directors moved on to direct other projects. It's not clear why the remake never took place.  There were several high-profile actors interested in the remake. Hopefully, interest will return. This classic story deserves to be updated so more children can grow up learning the importance of embracing and accepting who you are. I highly recommend you add 'The Incredible Mr. Limpet' to your queue. So, visit DVD Netflix today! It's 99 minutes of live animation comedy that will certainly delight the family this Holiday season. It would generate a great topic on history! 

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I remember very clearly the first time I heard about Netflix. I was in college and a professor told us he had signed up. We were studying Paris and New York in the 1920s and 30s, and part of our curriculum included interwar movies. I began to interrogate him.

“So they just mail it to you?”

“Yep. It shows up.”

“What if it gets stuck in the mail, and it’s late?”

“There’s no time limit.”

Then I got serious.

“Do they have old movies?”

“Yeah, it’s pretty good.”

I love old movies. Actually, mostly the kind I love are old movies. Growing up in a small town, with a video rental store several miles away, there was a limited selection of classics. I quickly ran through the more typical titles – Casablanca, Psycho, Singin’ In the Rain — but I wanted more. There was a decent video store, but buying titles is expensive, especially if you don’t know if you like the movie already.

I went to the computer, looked up Netflix and began testing it. I looked for more obscure titles. I searched by actor and director to see how deep the catalog went. I was surprised. There were some holes but it was mostly impressed.

I still had a year of college to finish and not much time for a movie subscription, but I kept an eye on it. I would check back in and see how their library expanded.

I’ve been a subscriber to Netflix’s DVD delivery service for nearly 15 years, and even with the advent of streaming, I still get red envelopes in the mail. In the days when most mail is a bill or junk, something that makes you do a little happy dance, it always good.

When I started my master’s degree in cinema studies, it was invaluable. I could find the weird, old movies I needed to study. I could watch and rewatch and pause — and even take the disc to show a clip in class. I could keep it as long as I needed.

I can’t pretend it was all about work or school. I also was able to get foreign films and British TV shows that I’d never have been able to see otherwise. I still do. I’ve kept movies for just one night, and (I’m ashamed to say) I’ve kept one as long as six months (Sorry, other person who was waiting for it).

So, happy 20th anniversary to DVD Netflix! Here’s to many more comfy nights on the couch, more smiles at the mailbox and more cinematic realizations.

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