Hulu's 'Last Take' Examines the Tragic Death of Halyna Hutchins on 'Rust' Set

The documentary explores safety failures, legal battles, and the legacy of the late cinematographer, premiering March 11.

The documentary 'Last Take: Rust and the Story of Halyna' investigates the 2021 on-set shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza.
Directed by Hutchins' friend Rachel Mason, the film features interviews with cast and crew, police footage, and details from legal and OSHA investigations into the incident.
Hutchins' death is linked to safety lapses on the low-budget indie production, including an inexperienced armorer, inadequate resources, and a camera crew walkout over working conditions.
Legal outcomes include armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed receiving an 18-month prison sentence, while Alec Baldwin's charges were dismissed after his defense argued evidence was mishandled.
The documentary highlights tensions between honoring Hutchins' legacy and addressing the commercial interest in the broader 'Rust' case, with her family expressing a desire to complete the film in her memory.