Snow White and the Huntsman, the action fantasy film directed by Rupert Sanders, starring Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron.
Released in cinemas on June 13, 2012, Snow White and the Huntsman is an epic, revisited adaptation of the famous Grimm brothers’ fairy tale, directed by Rupert Sanders. The film blends action and fantasy, with a dark, visually impressive atmosphere. With Kristen Stewart as Snow White, Chris Hemsworth as the courageous hunter, and Charlize Theron as the ruthless Queen Ravenna, the film offers a more mature, warlike version of the well-known story. Available on Netflix from October 16, 2024, Snow White and the Huntsman boasts epic battle sequences, striking visual effects and complex characters.
In a remote, fairy-tale kingdom, Snow White(Kristen Stewart) celebrates her birth, but her exceptional beauty attracts the jealousy of the cruel Queen Ravenna(Charlize Theron), obsessed with her quest for eternal youth. As Ravenna takes control of the kingdom, Snow White is imprisoned. As she grows up, the young princess becomes a threat to the evil queen’s reign. When she manages to escape, Ravenna sends a huntsman(Chris Hemsworth) to capture her. But the huntsman, touched by Snow White’s bravery, decides to turn against the queen and teach her the art of war. Together, Snow White and the Huntsman join forces to raise a rebellion and overthrow Ravenna, freeing the kingdom of Tabor from the yoke of tyranny. This version of the story plunges viewers into a universe where magic, fantastic creatures and battles are omnipresent.
Snow White and the Huntsman is aimed at audiences who enjoy fantasy films and epic blockbusters. By reinventing the classic tale with a stronger heroine and darker setting, the film moves away from classic versions of Snow White, such as Disney’s, to offer a more adult and dramatic vision. Fans of fantasy and epic adventure stories will be delighted by the battle sequences, spectacular special effects and art direction. Charlize Theron ‘s captivating and chilling performance as the evil queen is one of the film’s highlights, while Kristen Stewart plays a more warlike and determined Snow White. If you’ve enjoyed films like The Lord of the Rings or Maleficent, this reinvented version of Snow White is sure to captivate you.
