In an effort to accurately depict some of the unique landscape and geography of the country of China for this period drama, we filmed scenery in 20 different locations in China.
The real facts are that Mulan was primarily shot — almost in entirety — in New Zealand.
It’s common knowledge that, in order to film in China, you have to be granted permission.
I’m not a box-office prognosticator, but it has generated a lot of publicity.