Hear Stephen King Share His True Thoughts on ‘The Shining’ With David Letterman
Stephen King, possibly the most frequently-adapted author of all time, has expressed dissatisfaction with some film adaptations of his works.
One notable example is Stanley Kubrick’s 1980 film The Shining, based on King’s 1977 novel of the same name.
King has long been critical of Kubrick’s interpretation of the story of Jack Torrance and his family at the Overlook Hotel.
King explained to David Letterman in 1980 why Kubrick’s film left him unsatisfied.
With over 100 adaptations of his works, King’s fans are aware of his mixed feelings towards some of these reinterpretations.
Author's summary: Stephen King criticizes Kubrick's The Shining.