The Bone Collector (1999) movie poster

The Bone Collector (1999)

"Right now, this serial killer could be looking at his next victim."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 38% (RT: 30%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 58m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (3,801 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
30%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Denzel Washington as Lincoln Rhyme
Angelina Jolie as Amelia Donaghy
Queen Latifah as Thelma
Michael Rooker as Captain Howard Cheney
Michael McGlone as Detective Kenny Solomon
Luis Guzmรกn as Eddie Ortiz
Leland Orser as Richard Thompson
John Benjamin Hickey as Dr. Barry Lehman
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 3,801 votes. Critics scored it lower at 38%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Lincoln Rhyme was the department's top homicide detective and leading expert in criminal forensics until an injury left him paralyzed, depressed, and incapable of working. But when a gruesome murder in Manhattan leaves detectives baffled, they call on Rhyme to help solve the mystery. Amelia Donaghy, a rookie cop whose quick thinking preserved a gruesome murder scene, is enlisted by Rhyme to be his on-the-scene forensics expert. With Amelia reluctantly acting as Rhyme's able-bodied go-between, the pair piece together cryptic clues the killer leaves behind at the scene of the crime, hoping to catch the grisly serial killer. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The original script for The Bone Collector was written over a decade before production finally began in 1999.
  • Before Denzel Washington was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
Audience Consensus

The Bone Collector is a 1999 film that has been rated by over 3,801 audiences on ThumbScore. The film features a compelling narrative that has resonated with viewers worldwide, earning both commercial success and audience engagement. The Bone Collector represents a notable entry in its genre, delivering entertainment that has attracted a significant global audience.

The production brings together talented cast and crew to create an experience that audiences have responded to positively. With its distinctive approach to storytelling and visual presentation, The Bone Collector has established itself as a recognized entry in modern cinema. The film continues to attract new viewers through streaming platforms and home media, maintaining its relevance in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

Audiences have found the film engaging for its combination of character development, narrative structure, and the overall cinematic experience it provides. The Bone Collector (1999) remains an accessible and entertaining film that demonstrates the diversity of choices available to modern moviegoers.

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