The Shining producer: Why the ending really changed
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For the first time, The Shining's producer and co-writer explain in detail why the horror tale's ending changed from Stephen King's novel -- and how it evolved again and again during the filming.
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Stephen King Explains Why He Still Hates Stanley Kubrick's THE SHINING : r/movies
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The Shining ending explained - revisiting the horror's mysteries
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Why Did Kubrick Change 'The Shining' Against Stephen King's Will?
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The Shining (1980) Alternate Ending! More Probable Outcome (Same Day Edit)
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The Shining ending explained - revisiting the horror's mysteries
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