The Shining is a psychological horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. The story follows Jack Torrance, a writer and recovering alcoholic, who takes a job as the winter caretaker of the isolated Overlook Hotel with his wife Wendy and their young son Danny. As the family settles into the hotel, strange and supernatural events begin to occur, leading Jack to descend into madness and violence. The film is renowned for its eerie atmosphere, iconic imagery, and powerful performances, particularly from Jack Nicholson as Jack Torrance.