White Snake
White Snake

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White Snake

2021
Movie
101 min
Mandarin

The story of the white snake has been told for a long time... Bai Suzhen has cultivated for thousands of years, only to be able to find Xuxian in the world.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users86%
Director: Amp Wong, Jay HuangGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

In a mystical ancient China, a young woman named Blanca transforms into a snake and loses her memories. She is taken in by a snake hunter named Peng, who is unaware of her true nature. As Blanca tries to regain her memories and power, she must confront a powerful demon and a conspiracy that threatens the human and snake worlds, all while falling for Peng.

Critical Reception

White Snake (2019) received a generally positive reception, praised for its stunning animation, imaginative world-building, and compelling romantic storyline. Critics lauded its visual artistry and faithfulness to Chinese folklore, though some noted pacing issues and a predictable plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually breathtaking animation with lush imagery and fluid action sequences.

  • A heartfelt and romantic story adapted from a classic Chinese legend.

  • Engaging world-building that blends fantasy with traditional Chinese culture.

Google audience: Audience reviews for White Snake highlight its beautiful animation and imaginative storytelling, with many appreciating the romantic narrative and the unique cultural elements. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit straightforward, but the overall visual appeal and emotional resonance were widely praised.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 47th Annie Awards.

Fun Fact

The film is a prequel to the 2003 Chinese animated film 'Legend of a White Snake' and draws heavily from the classic Chinese folktale 'The Tale of the White Snake'.

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