“We can’t do anything to bring his mother back.” Alec Baldwin on the set of Rust
Alec Baldwin will continue to star Rust as he was charged with involuntary manslaughter while filming cinematographer Halina Hutchins.
Western production lawyer Melina Spadon confirmed the news to CNN on Friday, adding that “safety supervisors and union staff members … will prohibit any use of work weapons or ammunition.”
Mr. Baldwin is one of three members of the cast and crew who have been charged in connection with the accidental shooting, the New Mexico prosecutor’s office announced Thursday. The gunman, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, was also charged with involuntary manslaughter, while first assistant director David Halls agreed to plead guilty to negligent use of a deadly weapon.
A person with knowledge of the film previously said The New York Times that Baldwin will still serve as the film’s lead actor, and Joel Souza, who was injured during the shoot, will return as director.
Thursday’s ruling comes more than 15 months after the fatal shooting in October 2021, when Baldwin’s gun discharged on set. A bullet grazed Souza’s shoulder before fatally hitting Hutchins in the chest.
Baldwin has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and claimed he was told the gun was “cold.”
VOICES. The controversy over Alec Baldwin and Rust leaves the issue of gun safety dangerously out of focus
“It is understandable for the family of cinematographer Halina Hutchins to welcome the allegations against Alec Baldwin.” Andrew Buncombe writes The Independent.
But the real American Wild West isn’t the set of Western movies. It is our schools, streets, shops and places of worship.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 14:40
Alec Baldwin to wrap up starring role in Rust despite manslaughter charges
Rust Melina Spaddon, an attorney for the production, told CNN on Friday that “safety supervisors and union crew members … will prohibit any use of work weapons or ammunition,” just a day after New Mexico prosecutors announced charges against the film’s original crew. three members. .
The Independent has the history.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 13:40
Father of cameraman killed in 2014 film hopes for change in industry
Father of cameraman Sarah Jones, who was killed on the set of the film in 2014 Midnight Rider:speaks The IndependentBevan Hurley.
Richard Jones and his wife, Elizabeth, created the non-profit organization Safety for Sarah to teach young filmmakers about the importance of following proper protocol on set: “Never Forget, Never Again.”
Mr Jones said The Independent that the shooting of Halina Hutchins had reawakened the pain she had felt after her daughter’s death.
“There needs to be accountability for this tragedy, and I’m glad to see that work is being done to hold people accountable,” he said. The Independent.
“Clearly, as with my daughter Sarah’s death, there was a chain of events. If any of those professionals had done their job properly, this tragedy would have been prevented.”
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 12:40
ICYMI. All Alec Baldwin had to say about the shooting
In 2021, the gun used as a prop by actor Alec Baldwin was used on set. Rustkilling the film’s cinematographer, Halina Hutchins, and injuring its director, Joel Souza.
Since then, authorities have been investigating how the gun used by the 64-year-old actor went off live, why crew members examining it on set didn’t notice it and why the gun was fired. .
The actor has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing on the set.
In light of recent news that he will be charged with involuntary manslaughter, this is all Alec Baldwin had to say about the incident.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 11:40
Who is Hannah Gutierrez-Reid, the armored car accused in the Rusty shooting?
Hannah Gutierrez-Reid is the armor technician who is also charged with the fatal shooting in October 2021. Rust shots.
As the lead armorer on the film set, it was Gutierrez-Reid’s job to “place” the guns. He was the crew member who placed the firearm on the cart that went off after Baldwin retrieved it, firing the bullet that fatally struck Halina Hutchins.
The 24-year-old is the daughter of Hollywood gunsmith Tel Reid. Reed is known in the industry for teaching Brad Pitt and Val Kilmer “realistic gun handling”. He also worked on Quentin Tarantino’s 2012 film Django Unchained as a quick draw expert.
Reed reportedly coached Gutierrez-Reed, who revealed in the latest episode Voices of the West podcast that Rust was only his second film to act as the lead armorer. He recently completed his first film series.Old way (2023) starring Nicolas Cage.
Hannah Gutierrez-Reid wore armor on the set of Rust
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Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 10:40
Prosecutors are seeking justice in Alec Baldwin’s case, regardless of reputation
Prosecutors have promised to file those charges by February against 64-year-old actor and weapons expert Hannah Gutierrez-Reid in the October 2021 fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie Rust.
Santa Fe County District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwice said the case is about equal justice under the law and accountability for Halina Hutchins’ death, regardless of their fame or fortune.
He says the death of the Ukrainian cinematographer while rehearsing the scene was tragic and preventable.
Mr. Baldwin and Ms. Gutierrez-Reid maintain their innocence and have vowed to fight the charges, which were announced Thursday.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 09:40
“No one is above the law.” Santa Fe DA’s reasons for charging Alec Baldwin
Alec Baldwin will be charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the killing of Halina Hutchins, the Santa Fe County District Attorney said.
New Mexico First Judicial District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwis announced this on Thursday. Rust armor technician Hannah Gutierrez-Reedy will also face two counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 08:40
Alec Baldwin shot his wife on the set. He has now been charged with manslaughter. What changed?
Nearly 15 months after the fatal shooting, investigators have announced criminal charges in the on-set fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halina Hutchins.
The Independentof Bevan Hurley explains the complex case
What changed in the Alec Baldwin shooting case?
Nearly 15 months after the fatal shooting, investigators announced criminal charges in the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halina Hutchins. Bevan Hurley explains the complicated case
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 07:40
Alec Baldwin shot his wife on the set. He has now been charged with manslaughter. What changed?
Nearly 15 months after the fatal shooting, investigators announced criminal charges in the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halina Hutchins.
The Independent’s: Bevan Hurley explains the complex case.
What changed in the Alec Baldwin shooting case?
Nearly 15 months after the fatal shooting, investigators announced criminal charges in the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halina Hutchins. Bevan Hurley explains the complicated case
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 06:40
Who is accused of killing Halina Hutchins in Rust?
After an exhaustive investigation that lasted more than 15 months, Alec Baldwin and two others have been charged in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halina Hutchins on the set of a movie. Rust,
New Mexico’s First Judicial District District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwice announced the charges on Thursday.
Baldwin and the film’s gunman, Hannah Gutierrez-Reid, will be charged with involuntary manslaughter, while first assistant director David Halls has agreed to plead guilty to a charge of negligent use of a deadly weapon.
Charges will be filed by the end of the month, Ms. Carmack-Altwis said in a statement.
Andrea Blanco22 January 2023 05:40
