The Huntress: Rune of the Dead

Set in a remote forest, this adventure horror film follows Runa, a young woman who takes over the leadership of her family after her father disappears during a viking expedition. While struggling to support her relatives, she is plagued by disturbing nightmares. Her life changes when she discovers a wounded warrior during a hunt, who provides information about her father that appears linked to her dreams. As the story unfolds, a malevolent force and a dark secret begin to threaten the family and the surrounding wilderness.

The film was directed by Rasmus Tirzitis, who also served as a producer and co-writer alongside Faravid af Ugglas. It features a cast including Moa Enqvist Stefansdotter in the lead role of Runa, supported by Peter Mörlin, Ralf Beck, and Yohanna Idha. A joint production between the United States and Sweden, the movie was released on July 21, 2022. Audience reception has been mixed, as indicated by the ratings. On IMDb, the film holds a score of 4.4/10 based on 3,400 votes, while on TMDB it has a slightly higher rating of 5.3/10 from 18 votes.