Green Snake (1993)

kinda want a snake-woman now

This was a strange yet beautiful movie, funny in places and sexy and stylish. I've seen a bunch of these kinds of movies lately, and this is definately one that sticks out and pops back up in my mind sometimes. May 18, 2008

A strange and touching movie

2 giant snakes named White (Joey Wong) and Green (Maggie Cheung) are trying to become humans. White does her best at trying to act like a human but Green finds it too hard to change. White falls in love with an honest man, and even after he finds out she is a snake he still loves her. But Green doesn't like all the attention that White is getting and starts flirting with her man. Vincent Zhao plays a high monk with unlimited power and his job is to kill any evil beings who do not follow the Heavenly laws. He has problems of his own and does not know for sure if these 2 snakes are truly evil.

This is quite an adventure and it never gets boring. Joey Wong is very good in her role, but Maggie Cheung manages to outshine her. I would have liked to see some actual kung fu moves from Vincent Zhao, but he is perfect for his role. He is a master of playing straight-faced roles like the one he plays in this movie. The music is mesmerizing and the ending is very special even though it is a bit illogical. But then again, this is a movie with snakes and spiders acting as humans so the end doesn't feel too far fetched. It is one of the best endings I have ever seen. This is not you typical mindless Hong Kong movie. I had to watch it a few times to take it all in, and it manages to get better every time I see it. This movie is a real gem.

There is no real fighting, and the action is what you would expect from a Tsui Hark wuxia. All of the action involves flying around, posing, and using magical powers.

4.5/5
August 24, 2007

Charming

A wonderful movie in every respect. Amative and innocently charming at the same time.I named one of my WOW toons after the lovely Joey Wong. August 15, 2007

Green Snake, White Snake

A powerful and breathtakingly beautiful film. This is one of several that
explore Chines mythos. Add some lovely haunting music and downright slapstick comedy and you have a formula for quite possibly the most fun film you'll ever see.

The two snake goddesses, Maggie Cheung and Joey Wong, will remind you of the
tiny maidens in Mothra.

This really is a must see.

Afterwards, rent Chinese Odyssey I and II. March 16, 2007

Oh my god what a beautiful movie!

The cinematography blew me away when i watched this movie! such beautiful settings and beautiful composition! it's too bad the computer special FX were pretty bad since it's made in 1993, it's the ONLY downside to this movie and it's why I didn't give it 5 stars. it'd be wonderful if they re-release this movie with new CG technology but that's highly unlikely since HongKong's known to re-make movies by the batch rather than restoring old classics.

the story itself is one of the most memorable chinese mythologies. the legend of a 1000 year old white snake taking human form to experience love and emotions... the stubborn and narrow minded monk who believes only humans are good and all other spirits are evil... the sisterly relationship between the white snake and her 500 year old green snake companion... everything about it is just sooooo beautiful!!! a very heartful movie for those with a taste for romance. December 28, 2005

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