Alec Baldwin's Rust Trailer Unveils First Footage After Fatal Shooting

The first official trailer for the highly anticipated movie "Rust" has been released, marking a significant moment in cinema given the tragic incident during its production. The film, starring Alec Baldwin, faced a devastating setback when a prop gun discharged by Baldwin accidentally killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza on October 22, 2021. "Rust" is slated for a theatrical release on May 2, 2025, and the trailer is available for viewing [ttpp].

The movie's official synopsis delves into the story set in 1880s Kansas, where young Lucas McCalister (played by Patrick Scott McDermott), after accidentally killing a rancher, faces a hanging. His life takes a dramatic turn when his estranged grandfather, the notorious outlaw Harland Rust (portrayed by Academy Award nominee Alec Baldwin), rescues him from jail. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to Mexico, pursued relentlessly by U.S. Marshal Wood Helm (Josh Hopkins) and a ruthless bounty hunter known as 'Preacher' (Travis Fimmel).

The incident on set involved a prop gun mistakenly loaded with live ammunition, which was supposed to be a "cold gun" with no live rounds. In the aftermath, 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. 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" had its premiere at Poland's Camerimage Festival in November 2024, where it paid tribute to Halyna Hutchins during the credits. Although Alec Baldwin was not present, Joel Souza attended and spoke about Hutchins, emphasizing her passion for her work and the significance of celebrating her life and talent in a place she cherished.

This film's release and the trailer's unveiling are poignant reminders of the tragedy that occurred, yet they also highlight the resilience and dedication of those involved in completing the project in honor of Halyna Hutchins.