The long-awaited debut of Rust, the Western film that was halted in 2021 following a tragic shooting incident, has sparked a wave of mixed reactions online. The film, which faced significant delays after Alec Baldwin accidentally discharged a prop gun that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set, has now been completed and premiered its trailer. Hutchins’ death left an indelible mark on the production, and her memory is honored in the trailer alongside her husband, Matthew Hutchins, who serves as an executive producer.
Bianca Cline took over as cinematographer, stepping in to finish the film. Early feedback suggests she successfully completed the challenging task, with the trailer delivering the action-packed Western thrills that fans of the genre have come to expect. Featuring everything from quick-draw gunfights to exhilarating horseback chases, the film follows Baldwin’s character as he fights to save his grandson against all odds.
However, the trailer has ignited intense debate across social media platforms, with many viewers torn over whether the movie should have been released. While some appreciated the film’s potential and found it promising, others couldn’t overlook the tragedy that occurred during production. “Alec just firing guns at people isn’t what we need to see right now,” one viewer wrote, echoing concerns shared by others about the film’s troubled history.
Criticism continued to pour in on X (formerly Twitter), with users accusing producers of being “soulless” for pushing forward with the film. One user suggested that the movie should have been scrapped entirely after the shooting, while another questioned who would want to watch a film with such a tragic backstory. “They sacrificed a woman to make that movie,” one critic lamented.
In addition to the reactions to the trailer, Alec Baldwin and his family have been the subject of renewed scrutiny. A critic on X harshly questioned the support Baldwin has received since the incident, calling it unjust. “I can’t believe this guy murdered someone and is rewarded with a show about him and his delusional wanna-be Mexican wife,” they wrote, referencing a reality TV show about Alec and his wife, Hilaria Baldwin.
Earlier this month, Hilaria addressed the impact of the Rust shooting on her husband’s mental health in an episode of their show. She revealed that Alec had been deeply affected by survivor’s guilt and had been hospitalized multiple times due to heart issues, even fainting from the overwhelming weight of the tragedy. Alec has also shared his struggles, revealing that he suffers from PTSD and feels “happier when asleep” than awake.
Despite being acquitted of involuntary manslaughter charges, Baldwin continues to face the emotional aftermath of the incident. The case, which looms large in the actor’s life, remains a source of stress, as Baldwin fears that prosecutors may reconsider their decision not to pursue an appeal.
The release of the Rust trailer has brought the ongoing controversy to the forefront once again, with many wondering whether the film’s troubled production should have prevented its completion. The emotional toll on Baldwin and the lasting impact of Hutchins’ death have overshadowed the film’s release, leaving viewers divided on whether the movie is worth the emotional cost.
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