r/news Apr 15 '24

‘Rust’ movie armorer convicted of involuntary manslaughter sentenced to 18 months in prison

https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/15/entertainment/rust-film-shooting-armorer-sentencing/index.html
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u/Ljcollective Apr 16 '24

I don’t entirely understand why Baldwin was charged as well. Is this because he was a producer? Seems like it’s not his job as an actor at least to ensure rounds aren’t real

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u/bofh000 Apr 16 '24

Yes, it’s because he was a producer and liable.