Some New Mexico film industry workers are demanding better film training and tougher gun regulations on sets after the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins filming the Western "Rust." A dozen producers, set managers, crew members and actors interviewed by Reuters said the growth has vastly outstripped the state’s supply of trained crew, putting set safety at risk. The New Mexico Film Office, which markets the state to the movie industry, declined comment. Following the "Rust" shooting on Oct. 21 Lujan Grisham called on the film industry to introduce new safety protocols. New Mexico demands no special training or permits for armorers to manage real firearms, according to New Mexico armorer Keith Walters.

Source: ABC News November 10, 2021 10:10 UTC