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Rust’ Released in Select Theaters and On-Demand Amid Lingering Fallout

The Alec Baldwin Western debuts as legal battles continue and critics highlight its ties to the tragic on-set death of Halyna Hutchins.

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Alec Baldwin’s gruff portrayal of a ruthless killer anchors a visually stunning but rambling Western in “Rust.”
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Overview

  • The film, completed under the oversight of Halyna Hutchins' widower, is now available for $14.99 on premium video-on-demand and in limited theaters.
  • Critics have praised Hutchins' cinematography as the film's standout feature but noted its uneven pacing and derivative storytelling.
  • Legal proceedings related to the 2021 on-set shooting persist, with Alec Baldwin pursuing a malicious prosecution lawsuit and facing civil claims from the Hutchins family and crew members.
  • Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2024 and is currently serving an 18-month prison sentence.
  • The film’s profits are directed to Hutchins’ family, with original producers waiving their earnings to honor her legacy.