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In fact, it bore little resemblance to the animated musical, with no hint of low-brow shtick or even songs.

When the trailer for the new Mulan came out, it was immediately clear that it would be something different. Sure, it’s made them oodles of money, but creatively the movies have been less than fulfilling, either being little more than shot-for-shot remakes or uninspired retellings of stories we know and love. Kahn’s producing credits include the James Cameron-produced Sanctum. Keir was previously head of The Secret author Rhonda Byrne’s U.S.-based TV production company.For the most part, Disney’s grand experiment of making live action versions of their classic animated films has not been a success. Manning’s producing credits include John Hughes’ Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club before she segued to the top production job at Paramount, where she oversaw pics including Saving Private Ryan and Oscar Best Picture winners Forrest Gump, Braveheart and Titanic. Her most recent producing gig was the Katherine Heigl-Tom Wilkinson pic Jenny’s Wedding, which bowed last year via IFC Films. I want to do this!’ Michelle, Leesa and Andrea impressed me immediately with their unique approach to filmmaking, and I’m thrilled to be joining a team of dynamic and creative women.”

“But when I read Marissa’s fantastical script, I felt that little tingly feeling run up my spine. “I had never really considered directing live-action – animation has always been my genre,” Chapman said. “Brenda is a true visionary and her previous experience in perfectly creating imaginary worlds with such precise detail is exactly what is needed to bring to life Marissa’s enchanting script, which explores the universal theme of the importance of family,” said Manning, Kahn and Keir.Ĭhapman’s helming credits include DreamWorks Animation’s The Prince of Egypt, and she has worked on such animated staples as Chicken Run and The Little Mermaid, along with Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Her story credits include Beauty and the Beast and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and she was story supervisor on The Lion King. 'Speedy Gonzales' Eyed As Animated Feature At Warner Bros.