The Shining (1980), directed by Stanley Kubrick, is a psychological horror film based on Stephen King's novel. It stars Jack Nicholson as the increasingly unhinged Jack Torrance, Shelley Duvall as his wife Wendy, and Danny Lloyd as their son Danny, whose psychic abilities uncover dark forces in an isolated hotel. Known for its unsettling atmosphere, the film is celebrated for its haunting visuals, Kubrick's meticulous direction, and Nicholson's iconic performance.
