The Awkward Life of Mulan

The Awkward Life of Mulan 2025 Directed by Song Lei 别别扭扭的邓沐兰

In ancient times, a foolish artisan attempts to remake the statue of God of Wealth, only to have it stolen and exploited by a powerful and corrupt family. In modern time, female director DENG Mulan is besieged by both her exploitative family and her capitalist discipline. The two timelines are interwoven and mirrored through the medium of shadow puppetry, reflecting the collapse of faith and the search for self-redemption.

Country China

Production Country China

Language Mandarin

Spoken Language Mandarin

Gnere Drama

Production Companies Beijing Zizai Fei Culture Media , Beijing Yingwujiang Culture Media

Release Date 25 September 2025

109 mins