The much-anticipated first official trailer for the movie "Rust," starring Alec Baldwin, has now been released. This film, set to hit theaters on May 2, 2025, carries with it a somber note due to a tragic incident that occurred during its production. On October 22, 2021, a prop gun discharged by Baldwin resulted in the accidental death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and the injury of director Joel Souza.
The trailer for "Rust" can be viewed here, providing a glimpse into the film's narrative. Set in the 1880s in Kansas, the storyline follows Lucas McCalister, played by Patrick Scott McDermott, who, after accidentally killing a rancher, faces a death sentence. A twist of fate sees his estranged grandfather, the notorious outlaw Harland Rust, portrayed by Alec Baldwin, breaking him out of jail. Together, they embark on a perilous journey toward Mexico, pursued relentlessly by U.S. Marshal Wood Helm, played by Josh Hopkins, and a ruthless bounty hunter known as 'Preacher,' portrayed by Travis Fimmel.
The incident that marred the production involved a prop gun, mistakenly believed to be a "cold gun" without live rounds. Investigations following the tragedy revealed otherwise, leading to significant legal repercussions. Charges against Alec Baldwin were dropped in April 2023, while the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in prison. Additionally, first assistant director David Halls, responsible for ensuring the gun's safety, pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge of negligent use of a deadly weapon and received six months of probation.
"Rust" made its premiere at Poland's Camerimage Festival in November 2024, where it paid tribute to Halyna Hutchins during the credits. Although Alec Baldwin did not attend, director Joel Souza was present and spoke movingly about Hutchins, emphasizing her passion for her work and the significance of celebrating her life and talent at a festival she cherished.
