The Overlook vs. the Outside World

The hotel's attempts to prevent rescue and maintain its isolation are ultimately thwarted.

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The Broken Radio

The Sabotage The Dream Jack smashes the CB radio in a sleepwalking episode. The hotel uses his subconscious to cut off communication. The Isolation Without the radio, the family cannot call for help. They are truly alone. The Victory for the Hotel The hotel has successfully isolated its victims. Rescue seems impossible.

The Snowstorm

The Barrier The Storm The worst snowstorm of the year hits. Roads are impassable. No one can reach the hotel. The Delay Hallorann's rescue is delayed. The hotel uses the weather to protect itself. The Challenge The storm is a physical manifestation of the hotel's power. It must be overcome for rescue to succeed.

The Hedge Animals

The Guardians The Attack The hedge animals attack Hallorann, trying to prevent him from entering the hotel. The Failure The hotel's guardians fail. Hallorann defeats the lion and enters. The Breach The hotel's defenses are breached. Rescue is possible.

late November

December 2

December 2, evening