Dave Halls

Dave Halls is an American film assistant director known for his work in the film industry. He gained significant media attention following the tragic incident on the set of the film 'Rust,' where a prop gun discharged by actor Alec Baldwin fatally shot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Halls was the assistant director on set at the time and reportedly declared the weapon to be 'cold,' meaning it was safe to use. This incident raised critical discussions about safety protocols in the film industry and led to legal scrutiny regarding Halls' role in the events that transpired.