Nicholson's tour de force

Rating: 9/10 (30 October 2003)

I am glad to note that my viewing of The Shining led me to conclude that the reputation of this film is deserved. What else can be said about Nicholson's performance in this film? His descent into madness is simply astonishing. On my second viewing, I increased my esteem for Ms. Duvall's work. She isn't a glamorous actress and that is why she is overlooked quite frankly. The child actor was also excellent thanks to his innate child qualities. Unforgettable imagery permeates the entire film. In short, it is a brilliant exercise in psychological terror. Strongly recommended, 9/10.