Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the armorer on the film "Rust," has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. This maximum sentence was handed down by a New Mexico judge who criticized Reed for not taking full responsibility for her actions. Reed, 26, remained expressionless as the verdict was announced. The incident, which occurred during a rehearsal at the Bonanza Creek Ranch, also resulted in injuries to the film’s director. Reed was held responsible for failing to follow safety protocols, contributing to the presence of live ammunition on set. This case has sparked widespread debate about safety standards in film production. Reed’s attorneys have announced plans to appeal the conviction.
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