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The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

  • 20132013
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 2h 10m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
132K
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POPULARITY
2,422
145
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Jemima West, Kevin Zegers, Robert Sheehan, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
When her mom is attacked and taken from their home in New York City by a demon, a seemingly ordinary teenage girl, Clary Fray, finds out truths about her past and bloodline on her quest to get her back, that changes her entire life.
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When her mother disappears, Clary Fray learns that she descends from a line of warriors who protect our world from demons. She joins forces with others like her and heads into a dangerous al... Read allWhen her mother disappears, Clary Fray learns that she descends from a line of warriors who protect our world from demons. She joins forces with others like her and heads into a dangerous alternate New York called the Shadow World.When her mother disappears, Clary Fray learns that she descends from a line of warriors who protect our world from demons. She joins forces with others like her and heads into a dangerous alternate New York called the Shadow World.

IMDb RATING
5.8/10
132K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,422
145
  • Director
    • Harald Zwart
  • Writers
    • Jessica Postigo(screenplay by)
    • Cassandra Clare(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Lily Collins
    • Jamie Campbell Bower
    • Robert Sheehan
Top credits
  • Director
    • Harald Zwart
  • Writers
    • Jessica Postigo(screenplay by)
    • Cassandra Clare(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Lily Collins
    • Jamie Campbell Bower
    • Robert Sheehan
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    • 529User reviews
    • 214Critic reviews
    • 33Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 11 nominations

    Videos5

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    Trailer 1:39
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    Version 2
    Trailer 2:32
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    U.S. Version #1
    Trailer 1:46
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    "Institute" TV Spot
    Promo 0:34
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    "Family Secret" TV Spot
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    Lena Headey in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jemima West, Kevin Zegers, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jared Harris and Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jemima West in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jemima West and Kevin Zegers in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Lena Headey in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jamie Campbell Bower and Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Kevin Zegers in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jemima West, Kevin Zegers, and Lily Collins in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Jonathan Rhys Meyers in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
    Robert Sheehan in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)

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    Lily Collins
    Lily Collins
    • Claryas Clary
    Jamie Campbell Bower
    Jamie Campbell Bower
    • Jaceas Jace
    Robert Sheehan
    Robert Sheehan
    • Simonas Simon
    Jemima West
    Jemima West
    • Isabelleas Isabelle
    Kevin Zegers
    Kevin Zegers
    • Alecas Alec
    Robert Maillet
    Robert Maillet
    • Blackwellas Blackwell
    Kevin Durand
    Kevin Durand
    • Pangbornas Pangborn
    Godfrey Gao
    Godfrey Gao
    • Magnus Baneas Magnus Bane
    Lena Headey
    Lena Headey
    • Jocelynas Jocelyn
    Harry Van Gorkum
    Harry Van Gorkum
    • Alaricas Alaric…
    CCH Pounder
    CCH Pounder
    • Dorotheaas Dorothea
    Jared Harris
    Jared Harris
    • Hodgeas Hodge
    Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    • Valentineas Valentine
    Aidan Turner
    Aidan Turner
    • Lukeas Luke
    Stephen R. Hart
    Stephen R. Hart
    • Brother Jeremiahas Brother Jeremiah
    • (as Stephen Hart)
    Chad Connell
    Chad Connell
    • Lambertas Lambert
    Chris Ratz
    • Ericas Eric
    Elyas M'Barek
    Elyas M'Barek
    • The Vampire Leaderas The Vampire Leader
    • Director
      • Harald Zwart
    • Writers
      • Jessica Postigo(screenplay by)
      • Cassandra Clare(based on the novel by)
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    Storyline

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    Set in contemporary New York City, a seemingly ordinary teenager, Clary Fray, discovers she is the descendant of a line of Shadowhunters, a secret cadre of young half-angel warriors locked in an ancient battle to protect our world from demons. After the disappearance of her mother, Clary must join forces with a group of Shadow Hunters, who introduce her to a dangerous alternate New York called the Shadow World, filled with demons, warlocks, vampires, werewolves and other deadly creatures. —Sony Pictures Entertainment
    • magic
    • demon
    • new york city
    • vampire
    • teenager
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    • Taglines
      • There is a world hidden within our own.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Adventure
      • Fantasy
      • Horror
      • Mystery
      • Romance
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of fantasy violence and action, and some suggestive content
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Lily Collins was previously a fan of the books. When she found out that a film was being made, she made numerous phone calls to ensure her role as Clary.
    • Goofs
      Jocelyn slams the refrigerator door repeatedly when she is attacked in the kitchen, you see shelves fall off and bottles go with the shelves, when Clary sets the fire and uses the door to protect herself, the shelves and contents are back where they should be.
    • Quotes

      Clary Fray: This is the part where you start tearing off pieces of your shirt to bind my wounds.

      Jace Wayland: If you wanted me to take my clothes off, you should have just asked.

    • Connections
      Featured in Chelsea Lately: Episode #7.119 (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      Calling From Above
      Written and Performed by Bassnectar

      Courtesy of Amorphous Music

    User reviews529

    Review
    Top review
    4/10
    Below par, but better than some
    THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES is yet another young adult fantasy adaptation of a popular novel. This one clearly ploughs HARRY POTTER and TWILIGHT territory, detailing a story that's extraordinarily similar to the famous tales regarding the boy wizard, except swapping genders and adding demons to the mix.

    Truth be told, it's not all bad, and it's hard to see why this was such a flop on release. I for one enjoyed it more than various instalments from the HUNGER GAMES or DIVERGENT franchises; it has a faster pace and more action, for a start. It's hardly a great film, but as a kiddie version of a type of BLADE storyline it's not the worst.

    The biggest problems here are the attempts to shoehorn in a typical twee and cheesy teen romance courtesy of the foppish Jamie Campbell Bower, which leads to some excruciating scenes. Plus, Lily Collins (MIRROR, MIRROR) is hardly what you would call a great actress - her eyebrows do most of the work. Robert Sheehan is another embarrassment. The older cast members are much better - Jonathan Rhys Meyers has a ball as the villain, and the likes of Lena Headey, CCH Pounder, and Jared Harris put in solid support. The demonic special effects (CGI, of course) aren't too shabby, and I enjoyed seeing the various beasties the film has to offer, even if some of them are heavily derived from the likes of WRATH OF THE TITANS. Bear in mind this isn't good enough to merit another watch, though; it's too much derived from what's come previously.
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    • Release date
      • August 21, 2013 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Germany
      • Canada
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Vũ Khí Bóng Đêm: Thành Phố Xương
    • Filming locations
      • Allan Gardens Conservatory, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Screen Gems
      • Constantin Film
      • Unique Features
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $60,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $31,165,421
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $9,336,957
      • Aug 25, 2013
    • Gross worldwide
      • $95,396,573
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 10 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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