A young woman who lost her memory is helped by a snake catcher. On their arduous quest to recover her identity, they gradually develop feelings for one another but, just as the truth comes close, disaster looms. This story is a prequel to the famous Chinese folktale ‘Legend of the White Snake’, adding a twist to the shape-shifting tale, before she meets her human lover. Embarking on a journey into the fantasy world of wuxia romance, with striking visual effects, spectacular scenery and a huge box office success domestically, White Snake marks a new golden age for animated Chinese cinema.