Alec Baldwin Jury Witnesses Grisly Aftermath of Rust Film Set Shooting on Video

Entertainment | July 11, 2024, 11:55 a.m.

The jury in Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial was shown distressing footage of the aftermath of the fatal shooting on the set of the film "Rust." Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed, and director Joel Souza was injured when a gun Baldwin was holding discharged a live round. Prosecutors argue that Baldwin violated firearm safety rules, pointing the gun at people and pulling the trigger recklessly. They painted a picture of an unsafe work environment with a lead actor who acted irresponsibly. Baldwin's defense team shifted blame to the film's armorer and first assistant director, claiming they were responsible for checking the weapon's safety. Despite denying pulling the trigger, Baldwin may face up to 18 months in prison if convicted. The trial has garnered international attention as it sheds light on the safety protocols and responsibility on a movie set.