"The Shining," directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on Stephen King's novel, is a psychological horror film that delves into the unraveling mind of Jack Torrance, played by Jack Nicholson. Jack, an aspiring writer, takes a job as the winter caretaker of the isolated Overlook Hotel, bringing along his wife Wendy and their young son Danny, who possesses psychic abilities known as "the shining." As the harsh winter sets in, the hotel's supernatural forces begin to influence Jack, leading him into a descent of madness and violence. Danny's visions reveal the dark history of the hotel, and as Jack becomes increasingly unhinged, Wendy must fight to protect her son from the terrifying transformation of her husband. The film masterfully blends suspense and psychological terror, creating an unforgettable exploration of isolation and the fragility of sanity.