‘No Hard Feelings’: Director Of Alec Baldwin’s Rust Says He Would Understand If Nobody Sees The Film After Its On-Set Death

As a dedicated fan who has followed Alec Baldwin’s career through thick and thin, I must say that the recent events surrounding his film “Rust” have been heart-wrenching to witness. The tragic incident that occurred during filming was an unimaginable tragedy for all involved, and my heart goes out to the family of Halyna Hutchins and to Joel Souza who was also injured.


The film “Rust,” starring Alec Baldwin, was involved in a sad accident where Baldwin unintentionally discharged a firearm, resulting in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. Despite the public outcry, filming continued with enhanced safety measures in place. As the Western drama approaches its release, the director expresses his hope that viewers will be willing to give it a fair chance.

During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter on November 20, Souza shared insights about his extended partnership with Baldwin, honoring Hutchins’ memory, and his hopes for the upcoming film. “If viewers decide not to watch this movie for any reason whatsoever,” said the director, “they are absolutely not obligated to do so, and I hold no grudges.

If someone is interested, he would urge them to pay special attention to the visual elements and cinematography when watching the film. He explained that this experience offers a rare perspective, as if peering into Halyna’s view of the world. Furthermore, he mentioned that Hutchin’s legacy served as inspiration for those working on the project to bring it to completion.

He stated, “Upon returning, they found themselves squarely in a complex and tense scenario, moved as they were by her. It’s crucial, he emphasized, for everyone to bring closure to this situation, considering Hutchin’s well-being.

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2024-11-24 21:38