The article celebrates the 45th anniversary of "The Shining," emphasizing its cultural impact and the enduring legacy of the Overlook Hotel. It describes how Kubrick's adaptation has permeated public consciousness, transforming into a brand akin to Star Wars. Amidst the chaos of the 2020 pandemic, the film represents a state of mind, allowing audiences to confront and process their frustrations and existential distress. Kubrick's vision of the hotel and its characters resonates deeply, signifying the enduring challenges of human experience and emotional coping mechanisms during trying times.
"The Overlook Hotel will never close... It's been absorbed by the public consciousness; no different than Jack Torrance at the very end of the 1980 film."
"The Shining is a brand... but it's also something else. In 2020... The Shining has become a state of mind."
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