Overview

• The Western film 'Rust,' delayed by the 2021 on-set shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, is set for theatrical release in early May 2025.
• Director Joel Souza, who was injured during the incident, has expressed deep regret over creating the film, stating he wishes he had never written it.
• Investigations confirmed that live ammunition was present in the Colt revolver used during a rehearsal, though how it reached the set remains unresolved.
• Weapons handler Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2024 and sentenced to 18 months, while charges against Alec Baldwin were dropped due to procedural errors.
• Souza has criticized the film industry for failing to address safety concerns, stating there is still a pervasive belief that such tragedies are mere accidents.