Get updates delivered to you daily. Free and customizable.
New York Post
Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ filming to relocate to Yellowstone after charge dropped
By Nika Shakhnazarova,
2023-02-23
“Rust” has found a new filming location as it’s set to move production from New Mexico to the Yellowstone Film Ranch in Montana.
Filming is set to resume in the spring as Alec Baldwin, who faces involuntary manslaughter charges for the 2021 death of Halyna Hutchins despite his insistence he didn’t pull the trigger , returns as the lead in the Joel Souza-directed Western flick.
“We’ve learned so much about Halyna as a friend and colleague, the depth of her artistry, and the lasting impact she had on so many,” Yellowstone Film Ranch co-founders Richard Gray, Carter Boehm, and Colin Davis said in a joint statement, per THR .
“We are honored to play a role in the realization of her vision and to carry forward her inspiring legacy through championing this film.”
“The dedication and passion of the entire ‘Rust’ production team to honor Halyna’s vision has deeply moved us,” they added.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CdmRkuCrpXu
The film’s new filming location served as the backdrop for several films, including last year’s “Murder at Yellowstone City” as well as Nicolas Cage’s 2023 film “The Old Way.”
In a separate statement, the film’s director Joel Souza, who was injured in the shooting, said resuming the film’s production and “honoring Halyna means the world to me and our entire production team.”
“The beauty of Montana surpasses words, and the warm hospitality and kindness extended by everyone I’ve met has been both humbling and inspiring,” he said, adding that it’s a “privilege to work with such great partners as we see this through on Halyna’s behalf.”
Alec Baldwin is still set to play the lead character in the Joel Souza-directed Western drama. Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office/AFP via Getty Images
The film’s relocation comes days after the Santa Fe County District Attorney’s Office dropped the firearm-enhancement rap tied to an involuntary-manslaughter charge Baldwin, 64, is facing.
However, the “30 Rock” star still faces a charge of involuntary manslaughter for the shooting, which would carry a lesser sentence of 18 months if convicted.
The gun enhancement charge was also dropped against the movie’s armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed .
Get updates delivered to you daily. Free and customizable.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.
Comments / 0