Snow White and the Huntsman Review: Grim Fairy Tale, Gorgeous Visuals, Disappointing Execution

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 Overview Film critic Sean Patrick reviews Snow White and the Huntsman, praising its visuals and Chris Hemsworth’s performance, but finding Kristen Stewart’s lead and the overall film underwhelming. 

 Plot Summary This version of Snow White dives deep into a grimmer tone, clearly aiming for epic fantasy territory. Kristen Stewart (Twilight) stars as Snow White, the daughter of a murdered king, imprisoned and later hunted by the queen’s enforcer: Eric the Huntsman, played by Chris Hemsworth—yes, that Chris Hemsworth, better known as Thor. 

 What Works Chris Hemsworth as The Huntsman: Chris Hemsworth brings gravitas and energy to the role. He even serves as a sort of narrator, helping guide the audience through the sometimes convoluted story. His performance is a standout. High Camp and Glamour: Charlize Theron is deliciously over-the-top as the Evil Queen. She brings flair and menace to every scene she’s in. The Production: The production design is stunning—this film looks amazing, with sweeping landscapes, haunting forests, and lavish costumes. 

 What Doesn’t Work Kristen Stewart: Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for Kristen Stewart. While I generally like her work, she falls flat here. Her portrayal of Snow White lacks the depth and presence needed for such an iconic character, and her performance drags the film down. Style Over Substance: Snow White and the Huntsman is a classic case of style over substance. Beneath its beautiful exterior, it’s hollow. Great visuals can’t save a weak lead performance or a story that struggles to find emotional resonance. 

 Final Thoughts In the end, Snow White and the Huntsman is a big-budget disappointment. Despite its impressive visuals and a solid supporting performance from Hemsworth, I can’t recommend it. Skip this one and save your movie dollars for something more engaging. 

 ⭐ Rating 2 out of 5 stars 

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