“The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones” (2013) is a supernatural fantasy film based on the first book of the popular young adult book series by Cassandra Clare. Directed by Harald Zwart, the movie follows Clary Fray, played by Lily Collins, a seemingly ordinary teenager who discovers she is part of a secret world of Shadowhunters—warriors dedicated to hunting demons. When her mother disappears and Clary’s own latent powers begin to emerge, she teams up with a group of Shadowhunters, including Jace Wayland (Jamie Campbell Bower), to unravel the mysteries of her past and protect the mortal world from dark forces. “City of Bones” blends elements of romance, action, and supernatural intrigue, appealing to fans of the book series with its imaginative world-building and dynamic characters.