The Huntsman: Winter's War
Director: Cedric Nicolas-Troyan
Actors: Chris Hemsworth, Jessica Chastain, Charlize Theron
PlotIn a magical kingdom ruled by the evil Queen Ravenna, whose strength stems from her ability to drain the youth of beautiful maidens, lies a tragic tale of love and betrayal. Ravenna's kind sister, Freya, experiences a heartbreaking betrayal which unleashes her latent icy powers, turning her into the Ice Queen. Following her transformation, Freya retreats to a wintry palace, where she builds an army by abducting local children and training them to become ruthless Huntsmen, swearing them to her service and forbidding them from falling in love.
The story follows two of Freya's most formidable Huntsmen, Eric and Sara, who grow up to become skilled warriors. Despite the Ice Queen's edict, they fall deeply in love, resulting in severe punishment by Freya’s hand when their forbidden romance is discovered. Years later, following the apparent death of Queen Ravenna, Eric is called upon for a quest to retrieve Ravenna's magic mirror before it falls into Freya's grasp. Unbeknownst to him, the quest sets him on a path that will reunite him with Sara, whose fate was not as he believed. Together, they face a perilous journey with profound consequences, challenging Freya's armies and her claim to the throne.
Writers: Evan Spiliotopoulos, Craig Mazin, Evan Daugherty
Release Date: 22 Apr 2016
Runtime: 114 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States, China
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
The Huntsman: Winter's War offers stunning Blu-ray visuals and superb audio, but its predictable story and lack of originality might only appeal to devoted fans.
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A lackluster sequel shines technically with superb 4K video and immersive DTS:X audio, showcasing the potential of UHD despite average content.
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