A Goodreads user asked this question about Doctor Sleep (The Shining, #2):
I didn't read the "Shining," but in the movie, Dick Hallorann is attacked by Jack Torrance's wielding ax, and I presumed he died...Does he survive in the book?
Christy Never ever ever use the movies as a guide. I think the movie was good on it't own, but unless I'm mistaken, Stephen King was NOT happy with that movie…moreNever ever ever use the movies as a guide. I think the movie was good on it't own, but unless I'm mistaken, Stephen King was NOT happy with that movie and did NOT approve of it.(less)
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Irwin Fletcher You're absolutely right, but I also would not recommend using King's opinions on adaptations of his films as a guide either. His approval for an adapt ...more
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Doctor Sleep
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