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entertainment1 year ago

'Rust' Premieres with Tribute to Halyna Hutchins Amidst Tragic Legacy

Halyna Hutchins' mother, Olga Solovey, has refused to attend the world premiere of the film 'Rust' at the Camerimage festival in Poland, citing Alec Baldwin's lack of apology for her daughter's death. Baldwin, who was holding the prop gun that fatally shot Hutchins, has maintained he did not pull the trigger. The involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin were dismissed earlier this year. Solovey has filed a civil negligence lawsuit against Baldwin, who has moved to pause the case. The festival aims to honor Hutchins' work, but Solovey criticizes Baldwin for profiting from the film.

film1 year ago

Halyna Hutchins' Mother Criticizes Alec Baldwin, Skips 'Rust' Premiere

Halyna Hutchins' mother, Olga Solovey, has refused to attend the premiere of 'Rust' at the Camerimage Festival in Poland, citing a lack of justice for her daughter's death. Hutchins, a cinematographer, was accidentally shot by Alec Baldwin during the film's production. Solovey, who is suing Baldwin and the production, accuses them of profiting from her daughter's death. The film was completed as part of a legal settlement with Hutchins' widower, but her family has filed a separate lawsuit. Baldwin's manslaughter case was dismissed, while the film's armorer is serving a sentence.

entertainment1 year ago

Camerimage Faces Backlash and Calls for Change Over Gender Representation

Cate Blanchett, serving as the president of the Camerimage Film Festival's main jury, addressed the ongoing sexism controversy surrounding the event. The festival faced criticism after its founder suggested that increasing female representation could compromise artistic quality, prompting backlash from the film community. Blanchett emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue about gender representation in the industry, highlighting the festival as an opportunity for meaningful conversations. She also discussed her collaborative process with cinematographers, describing it as a 'symbiotic dance.'

film1 year ago

Camerimage Faces Turmoil as Cate Blanchett Stays Amid Controversy and Steve McQueen Exits

Cate Blanchett and her fellow jury members at the Camerimage festival have expressed their commitment to fostering meaningful discussions on gender representation in the film industry, following controversial remarks by the festival's director, Marek Żydowicz, regarding the inclusion of female cinematographers. Despite the backlash, including Steve McQueen's withdrawal from the event, Blanchett will remain as jury president, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and excellence in cinema.

entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver's Fiery Response to Critic's 'Cheesy' Feedback on 'Ferrari'

During a Q&A session at Poland's Camerimage festival, actor Adam Driver, known for his role as Kylo Ren in Star Wars, responded with a blunt "F**k you" when asked about the "cheesy" crash scenes in his film Ferrari. Driver plays Enzo Ferrari in the movie, which tells the story of the Italian racing driver and motoring pioneer during a critical period for the company. The film received mixed reviews, with IGN giving it a 7/10 rating and praising Driver's performance but criticizing its risk-averse approach.