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May 23rd, 1980

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Plot Synopsis:
Jack Torrance is a recovering alcoholic writer that agrees to take a job as a caretaker in a hotel that shuts down every winter, together with his son and wife. At first, Jack seems to be doing...
Credits:
Directed:
Stanley Kubrick
Written:
Stephen King
Starring: Barry Nelson, Jana Shelden, Louise Burns, Robin Pappas, Danny Lloyd
Starring: Barry Nelson, Jana Shelden, Louise Burns, Robin Pappas, Danny Lloyd
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Studio: NA
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"A depressingly overrated horror film with absolutely appalling acting."
Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining' is one of the most disappointing horror films I've ever viewed. Disappointing after reading endlessly of its commercial...
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Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining' is one of the most disappointing horror films I've ever viewed. Disappointing after reading endlessly of its commercial...
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Posted sep 14, 2008 6:53 pm pt
Now this is a good horror flick...At least I think so. If you like horror flicks, then this movie is for you. It has some of the best scary drama you can see in a horror movie from the 80's. And yes, it does become graphic at times. The basic plot...
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Posted jul 27, 2008 12:06 pm pt
Stanley Kubrick has made a truly scary film here that even people who don't like horror movies should be able to enjoy.
The movie doesn't have many of the "Boo!" horror moments the genre has become known for, rather relying...
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The movie doesn't have many of the "Boo!" horror moments the genre has become known for, rather relying...
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Posted jan 4, 2008 7:55 am pt
Movie that goes with the flow. The theme song, however is fantastic!
Posted jan 3, 2008 12:49 am pt
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
Posted sep 12, 2007 4:11 am pt
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