The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013) is a fantasy adventure film directed by Harald Zwart, based on the first book in the popular young adult series The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare. The movie combines elements of fantasy, romance, and action, appealing to fans of supernatural and urban fantasy genres.

The story follows Clary Fray (played by Lily Collins), a seemingly ordinary teenager living in New York City. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that she is a descendant of a line of Shadowhunters, a secret group of half-angel warriors dedicated to protecting the world from demons. After her mother (played by Lena Headey) is kidnapped by a powerful enemy, Clary teams up with a group of Shadowhunters, including the enigmatic Jace Wayland (played by Jamie Campbell Bower), to rescue her.

As Clary delves deeper into the hidden world of Shadowhunters, she uncovers shocking secrets about her own past and her connection to this supernatural world. Along the way, she encounters various magical creatures, including vampires, werewolves, and warlocks, and faces dangerous challenges that test her courage and strength.