The Huntsman: Winter's War (2016) is a fantasy adventure film that serves as both a prequel and sequel to Snow White and the Huntsman (2012). The story explores the origin of Eric the Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) and delves into the complex relationship between two powerful sisters, Queen Ravenna (Charlize Theron) and Freya (Emily Blunt).
After a betrayal that breaks her heart, Freya unleashes her own ice powers and establishes a kingdom of her own, training young children to be deadly warriors who are forbidden to love. Eric and fellow warrior Sara (Jessica Chastain) grow up as part of Freya’s army and fall in love despite the ban. When their forbidden romance is discovered, tragedy strikes, and the two are torn apart.