Review of The Shining (1980) by Ballpark_Frank — 24 Nov 2012
I haven't read the novel, so I can't really comment about differences (much like the author has). But, I love Nicholson, and I really can't imagine anyone else filling the role of the father. Jack just brings such a powerful, evil, maniacal presence that he (IMO) has claimed that role as his own.
The rest of the cast is filler to me. Nicholson's slow fall into madness (or, is it possession? Reincarnation?) builds to a great climax. Jack wielding his axe (which to my understanding is a croquet mallet in the novel, and one of the points of contention by Mr.
Stephen King) is one of the best scenes I've ever seen.
This review of The Shining (1980) was written by Ballpark_Frank on 24 Nov 2012.
The Shining has generally received very positive reviews.
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