The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

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Yet another romantic fantasy set in the contemporary world, but this time, a young woman (Lily Collins) might hold the key to saving humans from the magical and supernatural forces eager to usurp the planet. It is an epic journey that begins with the selling of the first installment. Cassandra Clare’s bestselling series gets the big screen treatment thanks to director Harald Zwart (Agent Cody Banks and The Karate Kid reboot with Jaden Smith) and support from Harry Potter and Twilight franchise alum Jamie Campbell Bower. Now in theaters. (PG-13) Not screened in time for review