I was still relatively new to the world of dark psychological thrillers when I first watched "The Shining" as a young teen. Of course, at the time, I didn’t fully grasp the depth of its haunting visuals and very powerful storytelling. However, as the years have passed, particularly around Halloween season, I find myself returning to it time and again.
Despite its dark thriller core, "The Shining" is infused with several elements of strong horror that make it unforgettable. Not to mention Jack Nicholson's incredible acting that will make you nervous the whole time (and it still affects me whenever I give this another watch). Since it was one of the first "scary" movies I ever saw, it really stuck with me.
