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‘Rust’ movie shooting report finds ‘willful violations’ on set

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2 years ago

April 20, 2022

‘Rust’ movie shooting report finds ‘willful violations’ on set

Gun security procedures weren’t being adopted on set, the movie’s administration crew knew it and did not appropriate it, the report states.

Rust Film Productions, LLC was fined almost $137,000 — the utmost allowed by New Mexico legislation — and issued the highest-level quotation for his or her actions.

“Our investigation discovered that this tragic incident by no means would have occurred if Rust Film Productions, LLC had adopted nationwide movie business requirements for firearm security,” mentioned Surroundings Cupboard Secretary James Kenney. “It is a full failure of the employer to comply with acknowledged nationwide protocols that hold staff secure.”

The listing of violations unearthed “goes on and on and on,” Kenney mentioned in a subsequent interview with CNN.

The company head sharply criticized Rust manufacturing administration for reportedly failing to stick to security rules they claimed have been in place.

“They put one thing in movement, mentioned that they have been going to adjust to it, after which by no means put the sources or integrity behind it with a view to have it truly hold individuals secure,” Kenney mentioned.

The state setting chief mentioned one other issue doubtlessly contributing to the last word deadly capturing on set was the actual fact the set’s armorer was additionally tasked with different unrelated duties.

“When people in any occupation, however particularly [the set armorer] are given a number of duties versus having separate duties with a number of individuals, that leaves the chance that folks cannot get to all the pieces in the middle of their day,” mentioned Kenney. “Security just isn’t one thing that ought to ever be placed on the again burner. Security must be an inherent job attribute that each employer invests in to maintain their staff secure.”

Requested if occupational security investigators decided how a reside spherical of ammunition made it onto a film set, Kenney mentioned that issue was not a part of their assessment. Regulation enforcement officers have individually informed CNN their felony investigation into the capturing stays ongoing.

The report by Kenney’s crew issued Wednesday faulted set administration for failing to correctly examine stories of previous firearms accidents, which might have helped appropriate deficiencies and forestall future incidents.

Bob Genoway, who oversaw the occupational security bureau’s investigation, informed CNN on Wednesday that Rust administration “knew that security wasn’t being taken critically on set and ignored that — merely moved on with work with out stopping and taking the time to be sure that gun security was given the significance that it wanted on the set.”

The movie’s personal paperwork indicated manufacturing would comply with business requirements relating to firearm security, however the manufacturing crew “failed to stick to those pointers on set,” a launch from OSHB states.

CNN has reached out to representatives for “Rust” productions for remark.

Hutchins was fatally shot final October throughout a rehearsal for a scene in a church at Bonanza Creek Ranch. Director Joel Souza was additionally injured within the capturing. Late final 12 months, Baldwin informed ABC’s George Stephanopoulos in a televised interview that he was rehearsing a scene the place he and Hutchins have been going over how she wished to place his hand earlier than the gun went off. He mentioned that he by no means pulled the set off and that the gun misfired.

Baldwin’s legal professional Luke Nikas informed CNN in an announcement, “We’re grateful to the New Mexico Occupational Well being and Security Bureau for investigating this matter. We admire that the report exonerates Mr. Baldwin by making clear that he believed the gun held solely dummy rounds and that his authority on the manufacturing was restricted to approving script modifications and artistic casting. Mr. Baldwin had no authority over the issues that have been the topic of the Bureau’s findings of violations, and we’re happy that the New Mexico authorities have clarified these vital points. We’re assured that the people recognized within the report shall be held accountable for this tragedy.”

Attorneys for the movie’s armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed launched an announcement obtained by CNN, “Hannah Gutierrez Reed was not offered satisfactory time or sources to conduct her job successfully, regardless of her voiced issues. Critically, OSHA additionally decided that manufacturing did not name Hannah in to carry out her armorer duties and examine the firearm proper earlier than its use within the impromptu scene with Baldwin. As we’ve got said earlier than, had anybody from Manufacturing known as Hannah again into the church earlier than the scene to seek the advice of together with her, this tragedy would have been prevented.”

Halyna Hutchins' husband speaks out about 'Rust' shooting

Hutchins’ widow, Matt Hutchins launched the next assertion via his legal professional Brian Panish following the OSHB report. “We’re happy that the NM OSHA report has shed some gentle on the office issues of safety that plagued Rust and led to the tragic and deadly occasions of Oct 21, 2021. Our personal investigation has discovered overwhelming proof of recklessness and negligence on the a part of the Rust manufacturing crew and others.”

Baldwin and others have been named in a wrongful dying lawsuit filed by Hutchins.

In courtroom paperwork filed final month, Baldwin’s legal professional claims that an arbitration provision protects the actor financially from the quite a few lawsuits which have been filed in opposition to him, together with the wrongful dying lawsuit.

Though Baldwin was a producer on the movie, the paperwork state that he solely dealt with the artistic elements of the movie and had nothing to do with hiring or the movie’s finances and that these areas have been overseen by Rust Productions LLC.

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'Bad Newz' star Vicky Kaushal reviews Karan Johar's movie 'Kill'; Ananya Panday and Shanaya Kapoor join the suit | – Times of India

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4 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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Karan Johar‘s highly anticipated film ‘Kill‘ has captured the hearts and attention of audiences from its very inception. Following a recent screening, Bollywood celebrities have been effusive in their praise for the upcoming movie. Among them is Vicky Kaushal, known for his role in ‘Bad Newz‘, who took to Instagram to express his deep admiration for the film and its creators.Vicky commended the dedication of the entire team behind ‘Kill’, highlighting its potential to resonate strongly with viewers.
“What a film! I tip my hat off to each and everyone involved in making this film. People don’t know what’s coming their way,” wrote Vicky Kaushal in his Instagram story, reflecting his enthusiasm and confidence in the film’s potential.
‘Dream Girl 2’ fame Ananya Panday and her bestie Shanaya Kapoor also took to their respective Instagram stories to share their enthusiastic reviews. Ananya Panday reposted the movie poster, labeling it as “so bloody good” and urging her followers not to miss it when it hits theaters this Friday.
Meanwhile, Shanaya Kapoor expressed her awe for the film, stating she was “mind-blown” and eagerly anticipating a repeat viewing. Addressing lead actor Lakshya, Shanaya Kapoor added, “You killed it,” highlighting the impact of his performance in the movie.

These social media posts show Bollywood stars’ support for the upcoming film. Their endorsements highlight the excitement and anticipation surrounding the film, promising a thrilling cinematic experience that audiences would not want to miss.

Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, who also worked on the story of the movie with Ayesha Sayed, ‘Kill’ is slated to release on July 5. It stars Lakshya and Tanya Maniktala in the lead as the protagonist and Raghav Juyal in a negative role. The plot revolves around a train journey during which a pair of commandos face an army of invading bandits.

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with fresh lawsuit alleging sexual assault, sex trafficking

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July 3, 2024

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with fresh lawsuit alleging sexual assault, sex trafficking

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal woes are far from over.

The embattled rap mogul and alcohol entrepreneur faces fresh accusations of sexual assault and sex trafficking in a new lawsuit filed Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The complaint marks the ninth sexual assault lawsuit filed against the rapper since last November, when his ex-girlfriend Casandra “Cassie” Ventura filed a lawsuit in which she described being abused by Combs.

Adria English, an adult-film actor who says she worked for Combs from 2004 to 2009, accuses the rapper of conducting and participating in a RICO enterprise, sexual assault, sexual harassment and sex trafficking, according to legal documents reviewed by The Times. The 114-page complaint raises more than 30 allegations against Combs, several of his business ventures, celebrity jeweler Jacob “Jacob the Jeweler” Arabo, a woman who allegedly facilitated the rapper’s sex trafficking and two media companies, in addition to unnamed individuals.

“No matter how many lawsuits are filed it won’t change the fact that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted or sex trafficked anyone,” Jonathan Davis, an attorney for Combs, told The Times in a statement. “We live in a world where anyone can file a lawsuit for any reason and without any proof. Fortunately, a fair and impartial judicial process exists to find the truth and Mr. Combs is confident he will prevail against these and other baseless claims in court.”

In the lawsuit, English details her account of working at Combs’ various high-profile “white parties” at his residences in New York and Florida, where she alleges she was “demanded” to engage in sexual intercourse with guests, including Arabo. English accuses Combs of forcing her to have sexual intercourse with Arabo in 2007, noting in the lawsuit that refusing the hip-hop star’s “demands was not an option.”

A representative for Arabo did not immediately respond to The Times’ request for comment.

English accuses Combs of threatening to “blackball [her] from the entertainment industry” and her then-boyfriend from the modeling industry if she did not engage in sex work at the parties. In 2009, English left New York and returned to California, where she currently resides. The lawsuit says that was English’s “only way to escape” Combs.

English filed her complaint months after U.S. Department of Homeland Security agents conducted searches of Combs’ Holmby Hills and Miami mansions in March as part of a federal inquiry into sex trafficking allegations involving Combs. It’s unclear whether English’s allegations are related to that inquiry. TMZ reported Wednesday that Combs is seeking to sell that Holmby Hills mansion for $70 million.

In addition to Combs and the companies and individuals who allegedly participated and facilitated his white parties, English is suing music magazine Vibe and its owner, Penske Media Corp. She alleges the media companies provided Combs the resources to throw his parties, inflicted emotional distress connected to the alleged sex trafficking and publicized her likeness in a November 2006 magazine issue about the parties.

English is asking for damages including Vibe and PMC‘s profits from the November 2006 magazine, legal fees, losses and “further legal and equitable relief as deemed proper.” She wants a trial by jury.

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Movie Review – Despicable Me 4

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July 3, 2024

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This is not a Pixar movie that appeals to adults just as much as kids. (BTW, this is a Universal/Illumination production.) It’s pretty much a young kids’ movie, beginning to end. This is one of those movies that mom and dad do rock, paper, scissors to decide who has to sit through the movie with their kid(s).

There were a lot of children in the theater when I saw the movie and they all seemed engaged in the antics. I heard giggles and other reactions throughout. I even heard a young girl say, “This movie was awesome,” to her parent as they walked out of the theater.

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