Hannah Gutierrez, the weapons handler on the set of “Rust,” was released from prison after serving 14 months of a maximum sentence for involuntary manslaughter in the death of Halyna Hutchins. Gutierrez’s conviction stemmed from reckless handling of firearms on set, leading to the accidental shooting. Alec Baldwin, also charged, was acquitted due to evidence suppression. Assistant director David Halls received a suspended sentence for negligent use of a deadly weapon. The criminal proceedings are now concluded, though civil lawsuits remain pending.
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The news of a live bullet found in actor Jensen Ackles’ prop holster on the set of ‘Rust’ is truly mind-boggling. I mean, how does something as dangerous as live ammunition end up in a prop holster on a movie set? The level of incompetence and negligence displayed by the armorer is unfathomable. It’s shocking to think that such a critical oversight could occur, putting the lives of everyone involved in jeopardy.
The fact that live rounds were discovered in various places on the set, including in prop gun holsters, is deeply concerning. As a viewer, I never would have imagined that such a catastrophic error could happen in the entertainment industry.… Continue reading
As I reflect on the case of Alec Baldwin and the tragic shooting incident on the set of ‘Rust’, I can’t help but feel a sense of confusion and frustration at the layers of negligence and incompetence that led to this devastating outcome. The debate surrounding who is ultimately responsible for the death of Halyna Hutchins seems to be a tangled web of accusations and finger-pointing, with everyone involved trying to shift blame onto someone else.
The recent news that the judge rejected Alec Baldwin’s motion to dismiss the case over the damaged firearm raises serious questions about accountability and justice in this complex situation.… Continue reading
a film set, the last thing I would want is live rounds anywhere near the set. The idea of using real guns when there are safer alternatives like fake guns and CGI available just does not make sense to me. The safety of everyone on set should be the number one priority, and the presence of live ammunition on a movie set is a recipe for disaster.
The responsibility of ensuring a safe film set rests primarily on the armorer. In the case of the ‘Rust’ tragedy, it is evident that Gutierrez-Reed failed to create a safe environment. Testimonies from the dolly grip, Ross Addiego, shed light on multiple accidental discharges and an overall lack of professionalism in handling the guns on set.… Continue reading
Crew Member Dies Following Accident On Marvel Studios’ ‘Wonder Man’ Production
Losing a loved one is never easy, but losing them due to a workplace accident is even more devastating. This was the tragic reality for a crew member on the set of Marvel Studios’ ‘Wonder Man’ production. As someone who has worked in the industry for years, this news hits close to home.
I still vividly remember an incident that occurred while I was working at a grip and lighting house. A fellow crew member lost his life on the set of G.I. Joe 2. He was on a scissor lift going up a narrow ramp when it tragically fell off.… Continue reading
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