Rust movie

‘Rust’ movie armorer convicted of involuntary manslaughter sentenced to 18 months in prison

This case of Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer on the set of the ‘Rust’ movie, being convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in prison has sparked quite an intense debate and brought to light some critical issues surrounding gun safety and accountability. As I delved into the details of this tragic incident, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of unease and disappointment.

The judge’s reaction during the sentencing speaks volumes about the severity of the situation. The fact that Gutierrez Reed’s negligence and incompetence led to the death of Halyna Hutchins is chilling. This wasn’t just a minor slip-up; lives were lost and families shattered because of a blatant disregard for safety measures.… Continue reading

‘Rust’ armorer faced tearful testimony and claims of ‘unprofessional’ handling of guns in first week of trial

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