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Revisiting The Shining and Shelley Duvall's Performance
TL;DR
- A viewer recently experienced The Shining on the big screen around Halloween.
- The viewing shifted their perspective on the horror film.
- The focus of the frightening elements was seen differently compared to Jack Nicholson.
An NPR correspondent recently experienced the classic film The Shining in a theater setting just as Halloween approached.
Watching the movie on the big screen shifted their perspective on the horror within the story.
The viewing experience highlighted the impact of Shelley Duvall's performance alongside Jack Nicholson's frightening portrayal.
Why It Matters
Classic films like The Shining continue to be re-evaluated by audiences and critics alike, offering new insights into iconic performances and cinematic history for film enthusiasts everywhere.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 11:13:33 AM · Reported with: NPR Culture
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NPR Culture — Jack Nicholson was scary. But Shelley Duvall delivered the real horror in 'The Shining'