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Bones and All (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Bones and All is a 2022 drama horror film starring Chloë Sevigny as Janelle and Andre Holland. It is partly based on Bones & All by Camille DeAngelis. It runs 2 hours 10 minutes and earned $15.2 million worldwide on a $16 million budget. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Feature at the Spirit Awards 2023. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.

IMDb rating
6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes
82%
worldwide gross
$15.2M
award nominations
3
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Bones and All (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 10m (130 min)
Genres
Drama , Horror , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$16M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bones and All About?

The premise of Bones and All without spoilers, adapted from Bones & All by Camille DeAngelis. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

In Bones and All, Maren sets out on a journey of self-discovery, encountering Lee, a young man with a similar path. As they travel across America, their connection deepens, forging an intense and unconventional romance. They face challenges and societal rejection while seeking acceptance and understanding, navigating a dangerous and isolating existence together.

Bones and All Themes & Keywords

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  • interracial romance
  • cannibal
  • 1980s
  • cannibalism
  • family relationships
  • smell of death
  • loving sacrifice
  • dark secret
  • teenage romance
  • child murderer
  • assumed identity
  • partners in crime
+38 more
  • female protagonist
  • antagonist as protagonist
  • romeo and juliet romance
  • searching for one's mother
  • suffocated with a plastic bag
  • leaving town
  • road trip adventure
  • sense of smell
  • kentucky
  • ohio
  • flesh eating
  • american midwest
  • hunger for human flesh
  • title spoken by character
  • covered in blood
  • murder
  • abandoned by mother
  • minnesota
  • maryland
  • nebraska
  • road movie
  • female nudity
  • biting someone's finger
  • throat slit
  • man has sex with a man
  • father daughter relationship
  • reference to j.r.r. tolkien
  • man with a long braid
  • self harm
  • trailer park
  • art house film
  • road trip
  • stabbed in the chest
  • stabbed in the lung
  • self sacrifice
  • dark family secret
  • class differences
  • interracial friendship
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Cast & crew

Bones and All Cast & Characters

Chloë Sevigny leads the cast as Janelle, with Andre Holland.

Ratings

Bones and All Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Bones and All 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in art & craft (88) and weakest in story & flow (65).

77 /100

Bones and All Echo Score Breakdown

Bones and All presents a generally favorable impression, driven by strong visual craftsmanship and a romantic core that resonated with many viewers. Critics highlighted the film's striking cinematography, imaginative use of imagery, and emotionally charged performances, while some noted uneven pacing and moments where the horror-romance balance falters. Audience reactions mirror this split, with several praising the atmospheric depth and lingering impact, contrasted by a minority who found the narrative dull or overly graphic. The net result is a solid, if occasionally uneven, cinematic experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 88

    The film’s art and craft receive high marks for its striking visual style and meticulous direction. Critics emphasize the natural‑light cinematography, lush composition, and striking production design that elevate the romantic horror tone. User comments also note the striking aesthetic and the effective use of color and lighting. Although a few reviewers mention occasional tonal imbalance, the overall artistic execution is viewed as a standout element.

  • Character & Emotion 73

    Character and emotional resonance are generally well‑received, anchored by nuanced leads. Critics and many viewers praise the chemistry between the protagonists and commend the subtlety of the performances. Some audience members, however, describe the acting as bland or lacking depth, particularly regarding the female lead. These mixed observations produce a balanced but positive assessment of the film’s character work.

  • Story & Flow 65

    The narrative structure draws both commendation and critique. Reviewers note the originality of combining a road‑trip romance with cannibalistic themes, describing the plot as fresh and unconventional. Conversely, several critics and users point to uneven pacing and moments where the story feels stagnant or confusing. The overall impression is that the story is inventive yet occasionally hampered by pacing issues.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    Sensory experience emerges as a strong point, with repeated praise for the film’s soundscape and visual cohesion. Critics highlight the gorgeous visuals, effective sound design, and an evocative soundtrack that lingers after viewing. Audience comments echo this sentiment, citing the haunting audio and striking imagery as memorable. Minor criticism references occasional tonal mismatches, but the sensory elements are largely regarded as compelling.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    Rewatch factor is considered moderately high, driven by the film’s lingering images and emotional impact. Several reviewers mention that the film stays with them and invites repeat viewings to appreciate its layers. While a subset of users found the film boring or overly graphic, the prevailing sentiment suggests that its unique blend of romance and horror encourages at least one additional viewing.

Plot

Bones and All Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Bones and All from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the 1980s Virginia, a young girl named Maren Yearly inadvertently bites off a portion of a girl’s finger during a sleepover, triggering a series of dark events. Following this unsettling incident, she and her father, Frank, pack up and move to Maryland. However, shortly after Maren turns eighteen, Frank abandons her with merely a stash of cash, her birth certificate, and a haunting tape. In this recording, he recounts the disturbing tale of Maren’s first cannibalistic act, during which she killed her babysitter at just three years old. Though Frank tried to shield her from the consequences of her actions over the years, he was constantly tormented by her apparent lack of remorse.

Full summary

The whole story of Bones and All, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Bones and All Box Office & Budget

Bones and All grossed $15.2 million worldwide on a $16 million budget, 95% of what it cost. $7.8 million came from the US and Canada and $7.4 million (49%) from the rest of the world.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$15.2M

95% of its budget back

US & Canada
$7.8M
International
$7.4M
Budget
$16M
US & Canada 51% Rest of the world 49%
Awards

Bones and All Awards & Nominations

Bones and All earned 3 award nominations, including Best Feature at the Spirit Awards 2023.

3 nominations1 ceremony

Videos

Bones and All Trailers & Videos

24 videos: 2 trailers, 2 teasers, 5 clips, 10 featurettes and 5 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 24 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Theatrical Trailer
  • Teaser Teaser Trailer
  • Teaser Trailer Online Now
  • Clip Venice Film Festival Exclusive Clip
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Bones and All?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What triggers Maren's primal urge to bite her friend Kim?

Cars

Cars in Bones and All

32 cars on screen, including the 1975 Chevrolet C-10 and the 1978 Dodge Aspen Wagon.

All 32 cars
  • 1975 Chevrolet C-10 in Bones and All 1975 Chevrolet C-10 Main role
  • 1978 Dodge Aspen Wagon in Bones and All 1978 Dodge Aspen Wagon Important role
  • 1983 Ford Econoline in Bones and All 1983 Ford Econoline Important role
  • 1980 Chevrolet Caprice Estate in Bones and All 1980 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Minor role
Details

Bones and All Also Known As

28 alternative titles, including “Luca Guadagnino's Bones and All” and “Bones & All”.

Also known as
  • Luca Guadagnino's Bones and All
  • Bones & All
  • Do ostatniej kosteczki
  • Целиком и полностью
  • 본즈 앤 올
  • Hasta Los Huesos
  • 骨肉的總和
  • Ossos e Tudo
  • Até os Ossos
  • Cu tot cu oase
  • Hasta los huesos: Bones and All
  • Do morku kostí
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  • โบนส์ แอนด์ ออล
  • 骨及所有
  • Kemikler ve Her Şey
  • Разом з кістками
  • Do ostatniej kości
  • ボーンズ アンド オール
  • Sve, i kosti
  • Csontok meg minden
  • Кости и остало
  • עצמות והכול
  • Kosti in vse
  • Xương và Tất Cả
  • Kaulai ir visa kita
  • Заедно с костите
  • Līdz kaulam
  • Oase și tot

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FAQ

Bones and All FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it, awards and post-credit scenes of Bones and All, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bones and All?

Bones and All runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).

When was Bones and All released?

Bones and All was released on November 18, 2022.

Who is in the cast of Bones and All?

Bones and All stars Chloë Sevigny as Janelle and Andre Holland.

How much did Bones and All make at the box office?

Bones and All grossed $15.2 million worldwide ($7.8 million domestic, $7.4 million international) on a budget of $16 million.

How is Bones and All rated?

Bones and All has 6.8/10 on IMDb, 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

Is Bones and All based on a book?

Yes. Bones and All is partly adapted from Bones & All by Camille DeAngelis.

Was Bones and All nominated for any awards?

Bones and All received 3 nominations across 1 ceremony.

Does Bones and All have a post-credit scene?

No. Bones and All has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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