Rust

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Alec Baldwin is widely recognized for his versatile performances across different genres, spanning from humorous roles in sitcoms to dramatic parts in films and TV shows. He’s earned an impressive 20 Emmy nominations, with three wins for his portrayal of network executive Jack Donaghy on 30 Rock and Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live, and a nod for Best Supporting Actor at the Academy Awards for his role as a casino manager in the 2003 movie, The Cooler.

1988 marked the start of Alec Baldwin’s film career with roles in movies such as Beetlejuice, Working Girl, and Married to the Mob. He later played Jack Ryan in The Hunt for Red October (1990). Throughout his career, Baldwin has made notable appearances in films like Glengarry Glen Ross (1992), The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), Along Came Polly (2004), The Aviator (2004), The Departed (2006), Blue Jasmine (2013), and the Mission: Impossible films Rogue Nation (2015) and Fallout (2018). Now, his much-discussed Western film has finally been released.

Rust Debuts With Middling Rotten Tomatoes Score

It’s Now Playing In Theaters

Rust, initially released, received a moderate rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Notably, it gained notoriety due to the unfortunate incident that transpired on set in 2021 when Alec Baldwin accidentally discharged a live round from a prop gun, resulting in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. This event triggered an extensive investigation and numerous legal proceedings. The Western film, penned and helmed by Joel Souza, follows Baldwin as an aging outlaw who emerges from retirement to save his grandson (Patrick Scott McDermott), who has been sentenced to hanging for a mishap, while they evade a relentless bounty hunter (Travis Fimmel).

Today, when Rust first hits the big screen, it’s made its entrance with a moderate 50% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. At the moment of writing, there are 20 critical reviews, which means the score might change as more opinions pour in. As for user ratings, they haven’t been tallied yet to calculate an audience score, but that should be remedied soon since the movie is now playing in theaters.

What Rust’s Rotten Tomatoes Score Means For The Movie

What Are The Reviews Saying?

The Rotten Tomatoes ratings for the movie “Rust” indicate that opinions are divided among critics. While many admire its stunning visuals and technical excellence, crediting the late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, they also criticize its overused plotlines, slow tempo, and lack of emotional resonance. Some applaud its tribute to the Western genre, but others find it overshadowed by the unfortunate event that took place during filming. Given the tragic incident that occurred on set and Baldwin’s extensive career, “Rust” serves as a poignant reminder that some narratives make their most profound impact beyond the screen.

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2025-05-02 18:57