Shining a Light on an Untouched Classic
Logline
A newly discovered, untouched filming location for Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece “The Shining” is the focus of an upcoming documentary, releasing on Kubrick’s birthday.
Breakdown
- Documentary Title: Shine On – The Forgotten Shining Location
- Director: Paul King
- Release Date: July 26, 2024
- Platform: Official Stanley Kubrick YouTube Channel
- Significance:
- Uncovering a previously unknown filming location that remains intact.
- In-depth exploration of the behind-the-scenes elements of “The Shining.”
Plot Beats
- Documentary reveals and explores an office building used for key scenes in “The Shining”.
- The documentary includes interviews and insights from people involved in the original production.
Cast and Crew
- Featuring:
- Katharina Kubrick (Kubrick’s daughter, involved in location scouting)
- Jan Harlan (Executive Producer)
- Les Tomkins (Art Director)
Buzz and Highlights
- Importance in film history: uncovers a “holy grail” of cinematic history.
- Provides new information on one of horror cinema’s most revered films.
- Fascinates both long-time Kubrick fans and film students.
Production Notes
- Director: Paul King, known for Miranda: Morecambe & Wise and Me and various insightful series.
- Produced By: Magic Hour Productions, in collaboration with Elstree Studios and UAL Archives.
- Celebrates Stanley Kubrick’s lasting legacy on the late director’s birthday.
Closing Credits
Mark your calendars for “Kubrick Day” on July 26, 2024, to catch Shine On – The Forgotten Shining Location on YouTube and witness a fascinating piece of film history brought back into the light. Follow the Stanley Kubrick YouTube Channel and Twitter updates @StanleyKubrick for more.
Watch the official trailer for Paul King’s *Shine On – The Forgotten Shining Location*:
