The Bone Collector

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"The Bone Collector" is a 1999 American crime thriller film directed by Phillip Noyce. It stars Denzel Washington as Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic forensic expert, and Angelina Jolie as Amelia Donaghy, a rookie cop. The story unfolds in New York City, where Rhyme and Donaghy team up to solve a series of gruesome murders. Rhyme, confined to his bed, uses his exceptional forensic skills to guide Donaghy through crime scenes via video and audio feeds. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover clues left by the killer, who is replicating crimes from an old novel. The investigation tests their skills and personal limits, leading to a tense confrontation with the killer. The film explores themes of determination and the will to live, set against the backdrop of a cat-and-mouse game between Rhyme and the serial killer. With strong performances and suspenseful pacing, "The Bone Collector" delivers a gripping thriller experience.