Rust

10 Feb

Alec Baldwin Faces New Lawsuit Over ‘Rust’ Film

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The family of a cinematographer who was fatally shot by Alec Baldwin on the set of a movie has filed a new civil suit against the actor and producers involved in the film. Halyna Hutchins died on the set of Rust in New Mexico after Mr Baldwin allegedly fired a prop gun. Mr Baldwin, 64, was charged with involuntary manslaughter last month. The family has been “devastated by the shocking killing” of Ms Hutchins, their attorney Gloria Allred said. The suit, which alleges intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligence, is being brought in Los Angeles County Superior Court by…

20 Jan

Alec Baldwin To Be Charged With Manslaughter In Fatal Shooting On The Set Of ‘Rust,’ DA Says

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Oscar-nominated actor Alec Baldwin will be charged with involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the New Mexico set of the Western movie “Rust,” prosecutors said Thursday. Baldwin and the film’s armourer who was in charge of weapons on the set, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, will each face two counts of involuntary manslaughter, according to New Mexico First Judicial District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies. “Rust” first assistant director, David Halls, has agreed to plead guilty to negligent use of a deadly weapon, according to the DA’s office. “This decision distorts Halyna Hutchins’ tragic death and represents a terrible miscarriage of justice,” according to…