An art print of a transit map showing plot lines and character journeys from The Shining film as subway lines and stations.

The Shining Film Plot Lines Map — Uniquely Detailed Art for Film Enthusiasts

As a lifelong fan of cinematic craft, I created this map to turn the film’s structure into something you can explore with your eyes. Each “station” is a plot beat; each “line” follows a character’s journey through the Overlook Hotel, intersecting, diverging, and converging across the story. It’s a fresh way to experience Kubrick’s classic: visually, analytically, and beautifully.

The Shining movie plot lines and character tube map art print.

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Why This Map Stands Out

  • Scene-by-scene clarity: Follow the narrative from opening drive to chilling finale with clean, legible “stations.”
  • Character-first design: Jack, Wendy, Danny, Hallorann—each has a dedicated line so that you can track decisions, shifts, and reveals.
  • Research you can feel: Built from careful scene analysis to preserve chronology, tone, and cause–and–effect.
  • Made to display: Available in A3, A2, and A1; archival-quality art print for a gallery-ready finish.
  • Gift-ready: A conversation-starting centrepiece for horror lovers, cinephiles, and design fans.

Size Guide

Size Metric (mm) Approx. Inches Best For
A3 297 × 420 11.7 × 16.5 Desks, small walls, gift sets
A2 420 × 594 16.5 × 23.4 Feature walls, home offices
A1 594 × 841 23.4 × 33.1 Living rooms, studios, galleries


A New Perspective on a Classic Horror

The Shining Plot Lines: A Masterpiece of Narrative Mapping. With the map, you can trace the descent into madness at the Overlook Hotel, see where character paths cross, and understand the film’s rhythm at a glance. It’s equal parts artwork and analytical lens.

The Perfect Gift for The Shining Fans

Buying for a film buff? This print is a guaranteed conversation starter. Please choose the size and finish that suits their space. It ships ready to frame (art print) or ready to hang (aluminium), making it an effortless, standout gift.

Product Highlights

  • Archival art print on premium stock.
  • Sizes: A3, A2, A1 to fit a range of spaces.
  • Free UK shipping and secure packaging (tube or flat, depending on size/finish).
  • Designed for readability up close and visual impact at a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a “film plot lines” map?

It’s a transit-inspired diagram where each character becomes a line, each scene a station, and their intersections show moments of contact, tension, or revelation.

How accurate is the map to the film?

Very. It’s built from careful scene-by-scene analysis to preserve chronology and key beats, while simplifying for legibility.

Do you include frames?

Frames aren’t included by default, but are supplied for every print size as an option so that you can match your space.

What sizes should I pick for my wall?

A3 works for desks or tight spaces, A2 suits most rooms, and A1 makes a bold statement on larger walls. See the size guide above.

Is this an official studio product?

It’s an original, transformative artwork created by me. It’s designed as critical, diagrammatic fan art celebrating cinematic storytelling.

How is it packaged for delivery?

Prints ship flat or rolled in sturdy tubes; aluminium ships are protected with corner guards and padding.

Do you create maps for other films?

Yes, explore Back to the Future, Blade Runner, Dirty Dancing, Jaws, and James Bond.

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ABOUT MIKE BELL - TUBE MAP DESIGNER

Mike Bell Maps is my growing collection of tube map art prints that reimagine music, film, and culture through the visual language of underground maps. Each design presents albums in order, film plots, and complex creative histories as clear, engaging tube-style timelines created for fans who value depth and detail.

David Bowie art prints: Unique music map designs perfect for fans of music, records, and the artist, available as a distinctive gift.

RESEARCH-LED DESIGN

Every artwork is built on original research and careful verification. Albums become stations. Musicians, characters, and ideas form connecting lines. This approach turns detailed information into visual storytelling, creating art prints that bring clarity and meaning to subjects people already care about.

MY STORY

My background is rooted in live sound and large-scale show design, working across music and cultural events for many years. That experience shaped how I understand collaboration, creative evolution, and structure. During lockdown, I applied that knowledge to mapping music and films, developing underground maps that balance accuracy, design, and narrative.

THE ARTWORK

Each print is produced to archival standards and designed to last. These are not novelty posters. They are considered art prints created for people who value music history, film structure, and informed design. They make thoughtful gifts for fans who want something personal, researched, and meaningful.

The Shining film plot lines and character tube map art print, showing every scene as a station and every character as a tube line.

Mike Bell Maps is where research-led tube maps become art prints, and where stories worth knowing are mapped clearly, carefully, and beautifully.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What are Mike Bell’s tube map art prints?

A: My prints utilise an advanced visual language based on the logic of underground maps to organise complex histories. By moving beyond basic cartography, I transform albums into "stations" and musicians or themes into "connecting lines." This allows fans to explore hundreds of data points - from session musician credits to chronological collaborations - within a single, intuitive visual system.

Q: How do these maps differ from standard music or tube posters?

A: The primary difference is information density and quality. While standard posters are often low-resolution decorative pieces on thin paper (135-170gsm), my prints are research-led discographies printed on archival-grade, 305gsm+ heavyweight giclée paper. They are designed to be "read" like a book, rewarding deep curiosity with discoveries not found in mass-produced merchandise.

Q: How is the accuracy of the research verified?

A: Accuracy is the core of my design process. Every map is synthesised from primary sources, including official liner notes, session archives, musician interviews, and verified fan databases. By incorporating musician inputs and fact-checking against trusted archives, I ensure that each map is a historically accurate record of the subject’s career.

Q: What subjects are available in the collection?

A: The collection spans a wide range of cultural histories, including music discographies, film plots, politics, and Formula One. Each map focuses on a single narrative, presenting the whole "story" of a subject - such as the evolution of a band or the timeline of a sport- in a clear, high-density visual format.

Q: Are these prints produced sustainably?

A: Yes. I prioritise a carbon-neutral workflow by producing prints locally to the buyer to reduce the shipping footprint. I use sustainable wood frames and archival materials designed for 100+ years of colour stability, ensuring the art is a lasting investment rather than disposable décor.

Q: Why do these maps make the best gifts for music and film fans?

A: Unlike generic posters, these are bespoke cultural maps that celebrate a fan's deep knowledge. Because they are research-led and visually unique (featuring narratives not seen elsewhere), they offer a sophisticated, gallery-quality alternative for those who value the "deep dive" into their favourite artist or film.