"Snow White and the Huntsman" is a dark, high-fantasy reimagining of the classic fairy tale, boasting a star-studded cast that brings a new level of depth and intensity to the beloved story. The film features Kristen Stewart in the role of Snow White, portraying her as a strong-willed and resilient young woman, far from the passive damsel of the original tale. Alongside her, Chris Hemsworth takes on the role of the Huntsman, a rugged and tormented warrior with a unique connection to the enchanted forest that serves as a pivotal setting in the film.
The narrative unfolds in a land of breathtaking beauty and unspeakable darkness, where the treacherous Evil Queen, played with chilling elegance by Charlize Theron, ascends to power through a brutal coup. The film opens with the Queen's marriage to the good-hearted King, which is swiftly followed by his untimely demise and the capture of his daughter, Snow White. As the years pass, Snow White remains imprisoned, her existence unbeknownst to the people who once adored her. The Queen, obsessed with maintaining her beauty and power, learns from her magic mirror that the heart of Snow White holds the secret to eternal life. This revelation sets the stage for a deadly pursuit, as the Queen's desperation to capture Snow White intensifies.
The story reaches a turning point when Snow White manages to escape the Queen's fortress, fleeing into the terrifying Dark Forest—a place where reality and nightmare blur. The Queen enlists the Huntsman, a widower with a reputation for fearless tracking, to venture into the forest and retrieve her prize. However, as the Huntsman closes in on Snow White, he finds himself torn between his duty to the Queen and a growing sense of kinship with the young princess. His internal struggle is just one of the many complex character dynamics that elevate "Snow White and the Huntsman" from a simple fairy tale adaptation to an epic saga of power, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. As their paths intertwine, both Snow White and the Huntsman must confront their destiny and the darkness that threatens to consume their world.
Main Cast of Snow White and the Huntsman
Kristen Stewart
Chris Hemsworth
Charlize Theron
Sam Claflin
Secondary Cast of Snow White and the Huntsman
Elliot Reeve
Tom Mullion
Crew of Snow White and the Huntsman
Full backstage crew list →- Released on May 30, 2012
- Part of the The Huntsman Collection
