Review of The Shining (1980) by Mehrshadnp — 28 Aug 2019

The best movie in the horror genre;The horror that will live within you forever and ever and ever...

This review of The Shining (1980) was written by Mehrshadnp on 28 Aug 2019.

The Shining has generally received very positive reviews.

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