A True Classic!

Rating: 10/10 (7 September 2011)

Based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King, 'The Shining' is a true classic in filmmaking. This Psychological Horror, Directed remarkably by the godly Stanley Kubrick, is chilling, engaging, captivating & amazingly performed.
'The Shining' Synopsis: A writer, Jack, takes a job as an off-season caretaker at an isolated hotel. His young son possesses psychic abilities and is able to see things in the future and past, such as the ghosts who inhabit the hotel. Soon after moving in (after a winter storm that leaves the family snowed in) Jack becomes influenced by a supernatural presence at the hotel; he descends into madness and attempts to murder his wife and son.
'The Shining' begins superbly and ends shockingly. The film offers moments that leave you frightened. In fact, the second hour, especially, is haunting. The Adapted Screenplay Written by Diane Johnson & Kubrick himself, is captivating & chilling. Kubrick has directed the film remarkably. Cinematography is top-notch. Editing is razor-sharp. The Art Design is superb.
Performance-Wise: Jack Nicholson delivers an unbeatable performance. The iconic actor leaves you mesmerized with his frightening performance in here. This performance is easily amongst his finest to date. Shelley Duvall is very good. Danny Lloyd is fantastic. Scatman Crothers is impressive, as well.
On the whole, 'The Shining' is a Cinematic Masterstroke! Go, Get Spooked!