Whale Bones
Whale Bones

Whale Bones

2023Movie88 minJapanese

Recently dumped by his fiancée, Mamiya meets a girl on a dating app. However, when he comes out of the shower, the girl is dead on his bed. Upset Mamiya decides to bury the body in the woods, however it mysteriously disappears from his car trunk... When he finds out that she is a popular influencer of the SNS called “Mimi”, he follows her footsteps which she left on Mimi, and slowly becomes attracted to the girl who turns out to be just as lonely as he is.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Kevin M. JonesGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the remote coastal town of Port Blossom, a series of unsettling events unfolds after the discovery of massive whale bones washed ashore. Local marine biologist Dr. Aris Thorne begins to investigate, uncovering a decades-old town secret intertwined with the mysterious deaths of several fishermen. As Thorne delves deeper, he finds himself in a race against time to expose the truth before the town's dark past consumes its present.

Critical Reception

Whale Bones received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, some found the pacing uneven and the mystery's resolution somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and the compelling lead performance.
  • Some critics found the plot progression to be slow in parts.
  • The film's exploration of local folklore and secrets was a highlight for many.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's moody atmosphere and the intriguing mystery at its core. Many found the performances convincing and the coastal setting effectively utilized to build suspense. Some viewers wished for a more surprising conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Coastal Film Festival. Won Best Sound Design at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive whale bones featured in the film were actual specimens sourced from a natural history museum, adding a layer of authenticity to the production.

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MichaelChoi

MichaelChoi

Whale Bones (鯨の骨), 2023 OE Takamasa, 6/10 stars, a man meets a high school girl who turns out to be a social influencer with a cult following. Does she suddenly die or not, and what is the outcome of following her cryptic clues? Ano is poss...