“The Shining” (1980) is a psychological horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on Stephen King’s 1977 novel of the same name. The movie has become a cult classic and is widely regarded as one of the greatest horror films ever made.

The story follows Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), an aspiring writer and recovering alcoholic who takes a job as the winter caretaker of the isolated Overlook Hotel in the Colorado mountains.

He moves in with his wife, Wendy (Shelley Duvall), and their young son, Danny (Danny Lloyd), who possesses psychic abilities known as “the shining,” allowing him to see the hotel’s horrific past and communicate telepathically.

As the winter wears on, the hotel’s malevolent forces begin to influence Jack, driving him into madness. He becomes increasingly violent and dangerous, threatening his family. Meanwhile, Danny’s psychic abilities lead him to terrifying visions of the hotel’s sinister history and its ghostly inhabitants. The film builds toward a tense and terrifying climax as Jack’s descent into insanity reaches its peak.

The Shining is known for its haunting atmosphere, unsettling visuals, and masterful use of tension and sound. Jack Nicholson’s performance as Jack Torrance, especially the iconic “Here’s Johnny!” scene, has become legendary. The film’s eerie score, unsettling camera work, and Kubrick’s meticulous direction all contribute to its lasting impact.

While it was initially met with mixed reviews, The Shining has since been re-evaluated as a masterpiece of psychological horror, exploring themes of isolation, madness, and the supernatural.