After a brief pause due to a horrific accidental shooting, the filming of the movie Rust has resumed. The production has been in the news recently, as news broke of a tragic event that resulted in the death of the cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. It has been a challenging time for everyone involved, and now that the production has resumed, there is a renewed sense of hope and purpose among the cast and crew. Fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly anticipating any news and updates on the film’s progress, and the first images of Alec Baldwin on set of Rust have just emerged. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these images and explore what they reveal about the movie’s production and Baldwin’s return to the project after the tragedy.
Alec Baldwin Resumes Filming for “Rust” After Involuntary Manslaughter Charge Dismissed
Alec Baldwin has resumed filming for the movie “Rust” after the involuntary manslaughter charge against him for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was formally dismissed. It has been almost a year and a half since the tragic incident occurred on set in New Mexico.
The first images of Baldwin on set since the incident have emerged, showing the actor reprising his role as the main character. In one image, Baldwin is seen standing next to Joel Souza, the director of the film who was wounded in the incident, and in another image, he is seen with a large group of crew members. The new set of the film has been moved to Paradise Valley in Montana, where the western town backlot of the Yellowstone Film Ranch provides a fitting environment for the story.
Baldwin had been rehearsing with a pistol when the prop gun went off on 21 October 2021, killing Hutchins. The actor claimed that the gun went off accidentally and he did not pull the trigger. Following the incident, a civil lawsuit against Baldwin ensued, but the involuntary manslaughter charge against him was dismissed after “new facts were revealed that demand further investigation and forensic analysis.”
While excited to resume work on the film, the tragedy of Hutchins’ death remains bittersweet for Souza, who is determined to honor her legacy and make her proud. Despite the tragic incident, Souza is grateful that a brilliant and dedicated new production team is joining former cast and crew to complete what he and Hutchins had started.
The production’s lawyer has made it clear that no live rounds were allowed on set last time and neither will be permitted this time. The film continues without any ammunition on set as it tells the story of a 13-year-old boy who goes on the run with a notorious outlaw.
According to Gloria Allred, who represents Hutchins’ family, Baldwin cannot escape the fact that he had a major role in a tragedy that had real-life consequences. She maintains that the fight to hold him accountable for pointing a loaded gun at Hutchins and pulling the trigger will continue.
The weapons supervisor on the film, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, is still facing an involuntary manslaughter charge. An online status hearing was scheduled for Friday afternoon in state District Court in the case against Gutierrez-Reed. Baldwins’ involvement in the hearing was called off with no charge pending against him.
In conclusion, the tragic incident that transpired almost a year and a half ago on the set of “Rust” is a reminder of the importance of gun safety in the film industry. The involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin has been dismissed, but the fight for accountability and justice for Halyna Hutchins’ family continues. Despite the tragedy, filming has resumed with a dedicated new production team, intent on honoring Hutchins’ legacy, and completing what she and Souza had started.
With Rust resuming filming, fans of Alec Baldwin can finally get a glimpse of their favorite actor on set. While the tragic incident that occurred during production was a setback, the team is back with a renewed sense of purpose and passion. We can’t wait to see Baldwin in action on the big screen once again. It’s clear that the team is taking every precaution to ensure the safety of their cast and crew. We’re excited to see what the future holds for Rust and to see how Baldwin’s performance will captivate audiences. Here’s to a successful and safe production!
