'Rust' Director Joel Souza Speaks Out About Death of Halyna Hutchins
director, Joel Souza, is speaking out for the first time since the accidental on-set shooting that led to the death of the film's cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. In a statement shared with NBC News Saturday, Souza said he was «gutted» by the loss of his friend and colleague.«I am gutted by the loss of my friend and colleague, Halyna,» the director said in the statement. «She was kind, vibrant, incredibly talented, fought for every inch and always pushed me to be better.