The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
(2013)
Overview
In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures. Clary and her companions must find and protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother's future.
Director
Harald Zwart
Writers
Jessica Postigo, I. Marlene King, Cassandra Clare
Top Billed
Lily Collins
Keywords
Top Billed Cast
Crew
Reviews
Dark Jedi
⭐ 6/10April 6, 2014
I have not read the books. Judging by the reviews from people who have read them that seems to be a good thing as most of them seem to complain that the movie is not a good representation of the books. Then, when looking at the book ratings at Goodreads there seems to be a rather large spread between reviews loving the book and reviews hating it.
If I had read the books I would expect them to sit on my young adult shelf in Goodreads. At least …
read the rest.
Andres Gomez
⭐ 5/10October 5, 2015
Bad and disjointed movie created at the warmth of Harry Potter and Hunger Games series. Only, this time doesn't work at all. Lot's of FX for an incoherent and boring story.
Worst of all, no reason to call this episode "City of Bones" since it doesn't play a major role, at all. At least, not in the movie.
ekaari
⭐ 10/10May 26, 2024
I absolutely love this movie and I will die on this hill. Yes it's campy and a bit predictable, but it's light hearted, fun, and entertaining.
The acting isn't the best I've seen, but the casting is still perfect. It doesn't align perfectly with the books, but I don't think that scores against it.
I've lost track of how many times I've rewatched it. 10/10 flawless
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$60,000,000
Revenue
$95,396,573