To the Bone
To the Bone

To the Bone

2017Movie107 minEnglish

A young woman dealing with anorexia meets an unconventional doctor who challenges her to face her condition and embrace life.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users74%
Director: Marti NoxonGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman named Ellen, struggling with severe anorexia, is hesitant to enter a recovery program. She eventually agrees to join a group of patients in a house under the care of an unconventional doctor, Dr. Beckham. Facing her own demons and the struggles of others, Ellen embarks on a challenging journey toward healing and self-acceptance.

Critical Reception

To the Bone received a mixed reception from critics, who praised the performances, particularly Lily Collins, and the film's sensitive portrayal of a difficult subject. However, some critics expressed concerns about the film's potential to romanticize or trigger those with eating disorders, while others found its approach to recovery somewhat superficial.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Lily Collins' compelling performance and its honest portrayal of eating disorders.
  • Criticized by some for potentially triggering content and a surface-level approach to recovery.
  • Acknowledged for its attempt to bring a sensitive topic to a wider audience.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's handling of the sensitive topic of eating disorders and Lily Collins' performance. Some viewers found the film relatable and important, while others expressed concerns about its portrayal and potential impact.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Lily Collins, who plays Ellen, lost 20 pounds for the role and was closely monitored by a nutritionist and doctor during filming.

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**To whom 'Bon Appetit' is a sin!** Another writer, producer turned director. It was her first feature film and she was not bad. The Netflix producing lots of formats like shows, stand-ups, but I'm more interested in in films which they ...