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Originally Posted by Baz
You don't think Baldwin yelling "Right away, Right away, Let's reload!" demonstrates a movie producer putting undue/irresponsible pressure on the armorer and film crew?
I think it raises it as a factoring issue at the very least.
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As an armorer you have the ability "To take your toys and go home". I've been on set with directors who can compromise safety and skirt rules. You just have to stand your ground and say "Do you want to do it right away, or do you want to do it safely?".
Since the Twilight Zone/John Landis fiasco I don't think any director would have the huevos to call you on it. They hire you for your expertise, not their ability to push you around. Any stuntman worth his salt would question any unsafe suggestion from a director/producer.
Granted, the armorer was very "green" and inexperienced, that was their first mistake. Jumping over dollars to save nickles.