As a film enthusiast with decades of immersion in the industry, I find Quentin Tarantino‘s stance on real guns in movies both intriguing and slightly controversial. His comparison to adult entertainment is certainly bold, but it effectively highlights his preference for authenticity over digital effects. The statistics he presents do indeed suggest a relatively safe record when handling guns on set, compared to the alarmingly high numbers of gun violence incidents outside of film production.
In a bold and debatable stance, Quentin Tarantino has expressed his views on the necessity of actual firearms in film production, drawing upon vivid comparisons and chilling facts to emphasize that the use of real guns could become obsolete. The unfortunate incident involving cinematographer Halyna Hutchins being shot on the set of ‘Rust’, and director Joel Souza sustaining injuries, has sparked numerous productions to criticize the employment of real firearms on set. However, it appears that if Tarantino decides on his next project that involves guns, they may not be made of the conventional rubber substitutes.
As a diehard movie enthusiast, I recently delved into an engaging chat with Bill Maher on his Club Random podcast. During our discussion, Tarantino expressed thoughts on eliminating real guns from film sets and instead using prop weapons or digital effects. To illustrate his perspective, he drew parallels to the adult entertainment industry, suggesting that just as they use stand-ins for intimate scenes, so could we in cinema for action sequences involving firearms.
“Perhaps I could include computer-generated arousal in adult films, yet it seems rather unappealing. The thrill of simulating ejaculation and witnessing a convincing flame instead feels less genuine.”
Afterward, he reinforced his point by sharing a stark fact about accidental deaths linked to firearms used in filmmaking on countless sets throughout past decades.
“For as many guns as we’ve shot off in movies we only have two examples of people being shot on the set by a gun mishap. That’s a pretty f*cking good record.”
Tarantino mentioned two fatalities: one was the character Hutchins from Rust, and another was Brandon Lee during the filming of The Crow in 1994. Although the number seems significant when contrasted with annual gun-related deaths on American streets, his comment about him having a good safety record has been criticized as insensitive.
Quentin Tarantino Believes Alec Baldwin Has a Small Responsibility for Hutchins’ Rust Death
Despite the recent conclusion of Alec Baldwin’s trial, conversations continue to swirl around his involvement in the tragic shooting incident on the set of Rust. Even director Quentin Tarantino has weighed in, stating that he thinks Baldwin bears “10% responsibility” for cinematographer Hutchins’ death. He shared this view during an interview with Bill Maher.
“In my opinion, it can be argued that the person who gives out the firearm is largely accountable for any incidents involving it, making up about 90% of the responsibility. However, the actor also bears some responsibility, approximately 10%, as they are a partner in handling the gun.”
To put it in my own words, I stand by Tarantino’s viewpoint that handling guns on set is acceptable, as long as every precaution is taken to ensure safety. This involves both the armorer and the actor being fully aware of their responsibilities. Typically, an actor would be shown the unloaded gun, the empty barrel, the ammunition, and given a detailed explanation of what can or cannot occur during filming.
“If he follows the correct procedures, it’s similar to when they demonstrate a clear barrel by displaying it and ensuring there’s nothing obstructed inside. Then, they present the blanks along with the gun, making it all set and prepared.”
Despite ongoing discussions regarding this topic, Quentin Tarantino has firmly expressed his stance. With plans for his upcoming film to be his last, it seems he may not need to concern himself too intensely on this issue anymore.
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2024-08-28 02:36