Jack and His Father's Abusive Relationship
The ShiningJack's childhood abuse by his father Mark Torrance haunts him and is resurrected by the hotel.
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Bearing strength in each event
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Bearing strength in each eventdecreasingThe Childhood Memories
The Abuse
The Beatings
Jack's father, Mark Torrance, was a violent drunk who beat his wife and children. Jack was both afraid and loving.
The Elevator Game
Jack remembers playing the "elevator game" with his father, a moment of affection amidst the abuse.
The Scar
Jack carries the scars of his childhood. He fears becoming like his father.
The Dream of the Cane
The Nightmare
The Vision
Jack dreams of his father beating his mother. He hears his father's voice telling him to punish his family.
The Influence
The hotel uses this memory to manipulate Jack. It resurrects the abusive father.
The Struggle
Jack fights the urge to repeat the pattern. He is losing.
The Repetition and Break
The Cycle
The Possession
Jack becomes the abusive father. He attacks his family.
The Break
Danny's words break the cycle. Jack remembers his love for his son. He chooses to die rather than continue the abuse.
The Redemption
Jack breaks the cycle of violence. He dies as himself, not as his father. He has overcome his legacy.
Jack's childhood, referenced
late November
December 2
