The Huntsman: Winter’s War (2016) is a fantasy action-adventure film directed by Cedric Nicolas-Troyan. It serves as both a prequel and a sequel to Snow White and the Huntsman (2012). The movie explores the backstory of the Huntsman, Eric (Chris Hemsworth), and the rise of Queen Freya (Emily Blunt), the sister of the evil Queen Ravenna (Charlize Theron).

The plot follows Freya, a once-kind woman who turns into the Ice Queen after a devastating betrayal. She retreats to the North, creating an army of Huntsmen, forbidding love among them. Eric, one of her most skilled warriors, defies this rule by falling in love with fellow Huntsman Sara (Jessica Chastain). After Ravenna’s defeat in the first film, Freya attempts to take over the kingdom, with Eric and Sara standing in her way.

The film blends elements of fantasy, action, and romance, with visually striking scenes, especially around Freya’s icy powers. However, The Huntsman: Winter’s War received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its production design and cast but criticized the film’s plot and pacing.