Alec Baldwin fired prop gun, killing 1 on movie set, Oct 2021 #5

[Blondie in Spokane]

From DI’s link:

“Only Alec Baldwin is primarily responsible for the firing of the loaded gun on the Rust set last year that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled Friday.”

“The only person who knew Baldwin was going to fire the weapon was Baldwin,” the judge wrote.”

“The tragic shooting on the Rust set occurred during a rehearsal in which a gun was not even supposed to have been utilized.”

(Take that AB!)

 

[Laughing]

So many people dislike Alec Baldwin, that MOO it was easy to jump on him with the major share of blame.

I just wonder how public opinion would trend if the actor involved was either relatively unknown, or an extremely popular actor or actress.

JMO

Or an actor with compassion & grace who possibly talked about the tragedy for the family and observers and others impacted, and avoided the chant of MeMeMeMeME?

jmho ymmv lrr

 

[DI_Isokawa]

The latest:

New Mexico allows funds for prosecutions in 'Rust' shooting

DA declines to name potential targets

www.abqjournal.com

 

[PrairieWind]

The latest:

New Mexico allows funds for prosecutions in 'Rust' shooting

DA declines to name potential targets

www.abqjournal.com

I saw that yesterday. Very interesting.

 

[Laughing]

Hhhmm, selling a home now:

Alec Baldwin lists his 10-acre Hamptons estate for $29million

Alec Baldwin's 10-acre estate in Amagansett has been put on the market for $29million, months after the actor purchased a historic farmhouse in Arlington, Vermont for $1.7million.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Needing cash? Advantages to being a Vermont resident?

jmho ymmv lrr

 

[DI_Isokawa]

I saw that yesterday. Very interesting.

Yeah. I've always had the idea simmering in the back of my mind that this was somebody's stupid prank gone wrong. No particular evidence, just a dumb hunch. We'll see.

 

[shotgun09]

Charges coming soon??
Santa Fe prosecutor says charges coming for four...

Video New developments in ‘Rust’ shooting investigation

Prosecutors say as many as four people, including Alec Baldwin, could be charged as New Mexico agrees to fund the investigation.

abcnews.go.com

 

[DI_Isokawa]

FWIW, more on the funds request from TMZ:

Alec Baldwin Criminal Charges for 'Rust' Could be Coming, D.A. Seeking Funds

Alec Baldwin could be facing criminal charges in connection to the fatal 'Rust' shooting -- because the D.A. is asking New Mexico for help in financing several potential prosecutions.

www.tmz.com

 

[DI_Isokawa]

Here's the actual letter from the DA, courtesy of Deadline Hollywood Daily:

https://deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Emergency-Funding-Request-Packet-Rust.pdf

 

[Laughing]

Nothing new, but this is the local paper:

State allots money for costs tied to 4 potential 'Rust' prosecutions

The $317,000 is only about half of what the District Attorney's Office estimates it will need to bring charges against up to four people.

www.santafenewmexican.com

and down La Bajada for 'Burquenos:

New Mexico allows funds for prosecutions in 'Rust' shooting

DA declines to name potential targets

www.abqjournal.com

 

[Laughing]

Think this is the latest coverage:

Alec Baldwin Lawyer Pushes Back as DA's Request for More Funding Identifies Client as 'Possible Defendant' in Prosecution Over 'Rust' Shooting

Prosecutors in New Mexico have identified Alec Baldwin as a possible defendant for last year's fatal shooting on the set of the film "Rust."

lawandcrime.com

jmho ymmv lrr

 

[GatorFL]

Let's hope they prosecute him.

 

[BeachSky]

Alec Baldwin gives ominous life update amid 'Rust' woes: 'Lots of changes coming ... Family has kept me alive' | Fox News

While no charges have been filed, New Mexico has been given funds to proceed with potential prosecutions, which could affect 'Rust' producer and actor Alec Baldwin

www.foxnews.com

…Alec Baldwin posted an eerie message to Instagram, writing in part, "Lots of changes coming. But my family has kept me alive

 

[Mert]

Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' to Resume Filming, Halyna Hutchins' Widower Settles

Alec Baldwin is picking up where he left off in the movie that claimed a D.P.'s life -- 'cause her widow has settled his lawsuit against Baldwin and others ... and he'll now executive produce the movie side by side with AB.

www.tmz.com

“Indeed ... the husband of Halyna Hutchins -- who was shot and killed by Baldwin last year -- has announced he's no longer pursuing a lawsuit against AB or the "Rust" producers, saying they've reached terms and agreed to drop his wrongful death lawsuit.”

*Edit to add quote from article.

 

[philippa26]

I'm pretty surprised by this outcome.

There was clear negligence (at the very least) on that set, I wouldn't want to work with people who's negligence led to my partner dying. But thats JMO ofc

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

Alec Baldwin settles lawsuit with family of cinematographer killed on 'Rust' set

A live round fired from a gun held by Baldwin fatally wounded Halyna Hutchins last October.

www.nbcnews.com

Alec Baldwin settled a lawsuit filed by loved ones of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins who was killed on the set of his movie "Rust," the actor's lawyer said Wednesday.

Hutchins was fatally shot and director Joel Souza wounded in the Oct. 21, 2021, incident in New Mexico when a live round was discharged from a gun held by Baldwin, who shares screen and producer credits on the suspended movie.

The cinematographer's family filed a lawsuit in February against Baldwin and others involved in the film, accusing them of reckless behavior and cost-cutting measured led to the tragedy...

 

[Marysmith]

I'm pretty surprised by this outcome.

There was clear negligence (at the very least) on that set, I wouldn't want to work with people who's negligence led to my partner dying. But thats JMO ofc

I’m surprised too. I would think they would just scrap the project…

 

[Ruby12345]

Honestly who is gonna watch this movie?

I sincerely hope there's not going to be any real guns on set. Will they do what Dwayne Johnson suggested and CGI in the effects?

 

[DI_Isokawa]

More from Deadline:

‘Rust’ Movie Productions Reaches Settlement With Halyna Hutchins Estate; Filming To Resume In January, Matthew Hutchins To Executive Produce

Rust Productions and its star and producer Alec Baldwin have reached a settlement with the estate of slain cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

deadline.com

 

[deugirtni]

More from Deadline:

‘Rust’ Movie Productions Reaches Settlement With Halyna Hutchins Estate; Filming To Resume In January, Matthew Hutchins To Executive Produce

Rust Productions and its star and producer Alec Baldwin have reached a settlement with the estate of slain cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

deadline.com

Hmm.. is this what Halyna's husband does for a living? Or is this a new thing?

from link above:
As part of the peace, the DP’s husband Matthew Hutchins will executive produce Rust, which will return to production in January 2023 with the original cast.