Snow White and the Huntsman (***)

Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, and Charlize Theron star in this visually striking adaptation of Snow White, complete with a side-trip into Faerie that reminds me more than a little of Princess Mononoke. The script adds some nice flourishes to the well-known tale, restoring the rough edges that generations of Disney viewers would have missed, and the actors acquit themselves well. The real star however is the art direction and effects, from the design of the castle to the creatures of Faerie to the magic of the witch-queen. Check it out on the big screen if you can.

Tags: Charlize Theron, Chris Hemsworth, Kristen Stewart