This is relevant in Shang's case as, through his song, " I'll Make a Man Out of You", as well as his treatment towards Mulan following the events of her reveal, he is shown to be internally sexist, having been brought into a society where women are looked down upon, while men and exaggerated masculinity was ideal. When dealing with his soldiers, as well as his supervisor, the Emperor's consul Chi-Fu, he relied on verbal and physical force to get his messages across, with his training methods evidently being brutal and exhausting, though effective in the grand scheme of things, showing an efficient leader behind the harsh exterior.Ī major theme in the film involves gender stereotypes, both male and female.
With the weight of China's safety within his hands, Shang was a powerful, no-nonsense force during his time as the general of his division. He is often disparagingly called a 'Pretty Boy' due to his dashing good looks and strong physique.
It is mentioned that he was first in his class in regard to military affairs and was knowledgeable in training tactics. During his appointment in the first movie, he is a highly capable leader with a dedication to his cause. Shang is the son of General Li, the head of the Imperial Chinese army.
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