After the incident on the 2019 set of 'Freedom's Path,' 'Rust' assistant director David Halls 'was removed from set,' says a producer.
was previously fired from another film following an accident involving a weapon, a producer confirmed towho asked to remain anonymous, said that during production in 2019 “a crew member
incurred a minor and temporary injury when a gun was unexpectedly discharged.” After the prop gun incident,“Our condolences go out to everyone affected by the recent tragic event in New Mexico,” the
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