Annecy Classics: The White Snake Enchantress

One film competing this year is the adaptation of a traditional Chinese folktale. What a great opportunity to view another adaptation again more than 60 years after its release date, and the first Japanese animated feature in color.

Adapted from traditional Chinese folktale, The White Snake Enchantress transports us to ancient China with a young boy, Xu-Xian, and his tamed white snake. His parents refuse to let the snake in the house and force him to let it go. The boy and the snake each follow their own separate paths: one becomes a man and the other a princess with incredible powers. What follows is a legendary love story fraught with obstacles and adventure…

A famous work from Toei Animation Studios, The White Snake Enchantress continues to transcend borders and stand the test of time to maintain its rightful place in the history of Japanese animation. This classic is a must!

With Annecy Classics, the Festival pays tribute to timeless shorts and features to remind us of the great moments in the history of animation. It highlights avant-garde techniques, the journey of brilliant directors, and celebrates key events. Take a break and rediscover the great animated classics!

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