Halving the Bones (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1996, Halving the Bones is a documentary film directed by Ruth Ozeki Lounsbury, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A Japanese-American woman seeks to understand her heritage through the experiences of her immigrant mother and grandmother.
Who’s in it. Halving the Bones stars Ruth Ozeki Lounsbury.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Halving the Bones sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Halving the Bones page.
If you liked it. Fans of Halving the Bones tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Halving the Bones (1996)?
- In US, Halving the Bones is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Halving the Bones worth watching?
- Halving the Bones holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Halving the Bones?
- Halving the Bones stars Ruth Ozeki Lounsbury.
- When was Halving the Bones released?
- Halving the Bones was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.