Hong Kong Activists Call for 'Mulan' Boycott

The video discusses the controversy surrounding Disney's live-action Mulan movie, which faced backlash due to a tweet by lead actress Lily Faye supporting Hong Kong police. This led to social media calls for a boycott, impacting Disney's shares. The movie, initially set for theaters, was released on Disney Plus due to the pandemic, requiring significant downloads to break even.

What was the main reason for the controversy surrounding the release of the Mulan movie?

• The lead actress supported the Hong Kong police.

• The movie was delayed due to the pandemic.

• The movie was not well-received by critics.

• The movie was released on a streaming platform.

Who was one of the prominent activists calling for a boycott of the Mulan movie?

• Disney Plus

• Bloomberg News

• Lily Faye

• Joshua Wong

What was the reason given by activists for boycotting the Mulan movie?

• The movie had poor visual effects.

• The movie was too expensive.

• Disney's alignment with Beijing and the lead actress's stance.

• The movie was not available in theaters.

How did the controversy affect Disney's stock?

• It increased by 5%.

• It remained stable.

• It decreased by nearly 1%.

• It was unaffected.

What challenge does Disney face with the release of Mulan on its streaming platform?

• Competing with other streaming services.

• Securing theater releases worldwide.

• Achieving millions of downloads to break even.

• Reducing production costs.