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This film, inspired by the 1977 Stephen King novel of the same same, follows the story of the Torrance family; Jack, Winifred (Wendy), and Danny. To get a chance to clear his head, and write a better novel, Jack Torrance agrees to become the caretaker of the Overlook Hotel during its off winter season. However, the hotel is full of unnerving secrets that quickly begin to affect the family in dangerous ways.
"Redrum, redrum, rerum!" Okay, this film was directed by Stanley Kubrick. Now, not having read the novel I can't fully say how loyal it is, or isn't to the film. I also never got a chance to see the the remake of the Shining tv mini-series in 1997 (which was watched over by Stephen King). As following only this film it obviously left an impression on several audiences. It brought some new techniques to add an additional creepiness to the film's sequences. In the story there is a lot of underlining notes that adds to the deviousness of the film. There was a lot of limitations with the special effects. Instead of computer animation it used general make-up on the spirits, and camera angels. It is nice to see a horror film, every once in a while, do great without the use of commercials. Several audiences have created their own interpretations of the film, especially its ending. The simplest answer is the best, Jack Torrance was reincarnated from a former guest. The story is simple, but it builds as the film progress'. Jack accepts his role as caretaker, and the entire family comes with him. There is an instant feeling of fear, as there is an introduction of Danny's mental abilities, and a haunting in one of the rooms. Jack Torracne slips deeper into insanity, and this forces Wendy Torracne to find some way to survie. It is great in its simplicity.
The acting was good. Jack Nicholson played the leading role of Jack Torrance. He is great in the typical role of a man who goes insane through the film. Shelley Duvall played Nicholson's opposing role, Wendy Torrance. She is great in the role of the heroine. She doesn't stand out in her acting other being the actress opposite Nicholson. Ironically Danny Llyod played the of Danny Torrance. He is amazing for his age. He creates the creepy kid caught in the middle of all this chaos. Scatman Crothers, Dick Hollorann, was good in his role. He attempts to save the family, but fails. Joe Turkel, the bartender, was a unique spirit. He tempted Jack with his previous sins to pave the way to his insanity. Philip Stone played the role of Delbert Grady. He was an amazing character that only really appeared once. The interaction between him and Nicholson was amazing to watch.
I give this film a 10 out of 10 stars! "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." This film has several great film traits that have made it a cult classic.
Answer to last blog: Actress Winona Ryder got her name established in the film Heaters.
Que: What were the original actors first chosen, by director Kubric, but were later passed over?
Robin Williams & Robert Di Nero
Rober Di Nero & Jon Voight
Jon Voight & Michael Moriarty
Michael Moriarty & Robin Williams
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This film, inspired by the 1977 Stephen King novel of the same same, follows the story of the Torrance family; Jack, Winifred (Wendy), and Danny. To get a chance to clear his head, and write a better novel, Jack Torrance agrees to become the caretaker of the Overlook Hotel during its off winter season. However, the hotel is full of unnerving secrets that quickly begin to affect the family in dangerous ways. "Redrum, redrum, rerum!" Okay, this film was directed by Stanley Kubrick. Now, not having read the novel I can't fully say how loyal it is, or isn't to the film. I also never got a chance to see the the remake of the Shining tv mini-series in 1997 (which was watched over by Stephen King). As following only this film it obviously left an impression on several audiences. It brought some new techniques to add an additional creepiness to the film's sequences. In the story there is a lot of underlining notes that adds to the deviousness of the film. There was a lot of limitations with the special effects. Instead of computer animation it used general make-up on the spirits, and camera angels. It is nice to see a horror film, every once in a while, do great without the use of commercials. Several audiences have created their own interpretations of the film, especially its ending. The simplest answer is the best, Jack Torrance was reincarnated from a former guest. The story is simple, but it builds as the film progress'. Jack accepts his role as caretaker, and the entire family comes with him. There is an instant feeling of fear, as there is an introduction of Danny's mental abilities, and a haunting in one of the rooms. Jack Torracne slips deeper into insanity, and this forces Wendy Torracne to find some way to survie. It is great in its simplicity.
The acting was good. Jack Nicholson played the leading role of Jack Torrance. He is great in the typical role of a man who goes insane through the film. Shelley Duvall played Nicholson's opposing role, Wendy Torrance. She is great in the role of the heroine. She doesn't stand out in her acting other being the actress opposite Nicholson. Ironically Danny Llyod played the of Danny Torrance. He is amazing for his age. He creates the creepy kid caught in the middle of all this chaos. Scatman Crothers, Dick Hollorann, was good in his role. He attempts to save the family, but fails. Joe Turkel, the bartender, was a unique spirit. He tempted Jack with his previous sins to pave the way to his insanity. Philip Stone played the role of Delbert Grady. He was an amazing character that only really appeared once. The interaction between him and Nicholson was amazing to watch.
I give this film a 10 out of 10 stars! "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." This film has several great film traits that have made it a cult classic.
Answer to last blog: Actress Winona Ryder got her name established in the film Heaters.
Que: What were the original actors first chosen, by director Kubric, but were later passed over?
Robin Williams & Robert Di Nero
Rober Di Nero & Jon Voight
Jon Voight & Michael Moriarty
Michael Moriarty & Robin Williams
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