“The Shining,” directed by Stanley Kubrick and released in 1980, is a Horror film that explores the mind and emotions, based on Stephen King’s novel from 1977. The plot centers on Jack Torrance, played by Jack Nicholson, who is a writer and recovering alcoholic. He takes a job as the winter caretaker at the lonely Overlook Hotel. He moves in with his wife, Wendy, portrayed by Shelley Duvall, and their young son, Danny, played by Danny Lloyd, who has special psychic abilities called “the shining.”
The Shining - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | The Shining |
| Genre: | Horror, Thriller |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Stanley Kubrick |
| Main Cast: | Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers |
| Release Date: | May 23, 1980 (United States) |
| Banner: | Warner Bros., Hawk Films, Peregrine |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $19 million |
| Runtime: | 119 minutes |
As winter progresses, the hotel’s strange forces begin to affect Jack, pushing him toward madness. Danny experiences alarming visions of the hotel’s dark history, showing ghostly figures and disturbing occurrences. Jack’s downward spiral leads to frightening clashes with his family.
Kubrick skillfully builds an intense atmosphere with striking visuals, creative camera work, and an eerie soundtrack. Nicholson’s unforgettable performance as Jack, including his famous line, “Here’s Johnny!” has become iconic.
The film tackles issues of isolation, violence, and the weakness of the mind, leaving viewers with a lasting feeling of discomfort. Although it received mixed reviews at first, “The Shining” is now celebrated as a significant work in Horror film history and is often considered one of the greatest movies ever made.
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