In his opening statement, defense attorney Alex Spiro addressed the tragic shooting incident involving actor Alec Baldwin on a movie set, asserting that Baldwin had not committed a crime. Spiro emphasized that Baldwin, while portraying a character in the film, was not criminally responsible for the fatal outcome.
Spiro highlighted the distinction between real-life scenarios and the controlled environment of a movie set, where actions that may appear lethal are carefully orchestrated for cinematic effect. He pointed out that safety protocols on a film set differ from everyday life, allowing for simulated dangerous situations to be portrayed without actual risk.
According to Spiro, the responsibility for ensuring safety on the set ultimately lies with the individuals tasked with overseeing such measures. He suggested that the failure of those responsible for safety protocols contributed to the tragic incident that resulted in the loss of life.
