Current:Home > ContactEthermac Exchange-Crew members injured in crash on Georgia set of Eddie Murphy Amazon MGM movie ‘The Pickup’ -Elevate Capital Network
Ethermac Exchange-Crew members injured in crash on Georgia set of Eddie Murphy Amazon MGM movie ‘The Pickup’
TrendPulse View
Date:2025-04-08 00:47:13
Several crew members were injured and Ethermac Exchangetwo were hospitalized when a car and truck collided during shooting of the Eddie Murphy film “The Pickup” from Amazon MGM Studios, the studio and a person close to the production said Tuesday.
A studio spokesperson said in a statement to The Associated Press that the scene that led to Saturday’s accident in Georgia had been rehearsed and all safety precautions were taken.
Neither Murphy nor the film’s other stars, including Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson, were on the set at the time.
The injuries ranged from bumps and bruises to broken bones, the person close to the production said. Two crew members were taken to the hospital, and one remained hospitalized Tuesday. All are expected to make a full recovery.
The accident happened on a location outside of Atlanta when a truck locked up and hit a car, the person said.
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because they are not authorized to speak publicly.
“It was a completely freak accident,” the person said. “It wasn’t even a complicated or dangerous stunt.”
The scene was being shot by a second unit on the production, which generally shoots less-central scenes not involving the director or principal actors.
“Unfortunately, the sequence did not go as planned and several members of the crew were injured as a result. We are still in the process of gathering facts on what happened and why, but first and foremost our thoughts are with those who are recovering,” a statement to the AP from the studio spokesperson said. “The well-being of the entire crew and cast is our first priority, and we will continue to insist on the highest industry standards of safety while filming. All safety precautions were reviewed prior to and monitored during the shoot.”
The studio did not give details on the injuries or the roles of the crew members who were hurt.
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, the union representing most film crew members, said in a statement to the AP that they were aware of the accident and have begun an inquiry, but could not yet provide further details.
The film is directed by Tim Story, whose credits include 2002’s “Barbershop” and 2005’s “Fantastic Four.” It has been shooting in an around Atlanta since Feb. 20. It does not yet have a release date, but the production is not expected to be delayed by the accident.
veryGood! (7393)
Related
- Trump's 'stop
- Hiam Abbass’ Palestinian family documentary ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’ applauded at Marrakech Film Festival
- Walmart Cyber Monday Sale 2023: Get a $550 Tablet for $140, $70 Bed Sheets for $16 & More
- The Excerpt podcast: The return of the bison, a wildlife success story
- New data highlights 'achievement gap' for students in the US
- When foster care kids are sex trafficked, some states fail to figure it out
- Why Ravens enter bye week as AFC's most dangerous team
- Woman’s decades-old mosaic of yard rocks and decorative art work may have to go
- Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
- Rare elephant twins born in Kenya, spotted on camera: Amazing odds!
Ranking
- Gen. Mark Milley's security detail and security clearance revoked, Pentagon says
- Paul Lynch, Irish author of 'Prophet Song,' awarded over $60K with 2023 Booker Prize
- The Excerpt podcast: American child among hostages freed Sunday during cease-fire
- Mississippi Rep. Banks gets probation on tax conviction and intends to remain in office
- Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people
- Great Lakes tribes’ knowledge of nature could be key to climate change. Will people listen?
- Jean Knight, Grammy-nominated singer of 'Mr. Big Stuff,' dies at 80: 'Iconic soulstress'
- Horoscopes Today, November 25, 2023
Recommendation
Jamie Foxx gets stitches after a glass is thrown at him during dinner in Beverly Hills
College Football Playoff scenarios: How each of the eight teams left can make field
The Falcons are the NFL's iffiest division leader. They have nothing to apologize for.
Ukraine and the Western Balkans top Blinken’s agenda for NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels
The Daily Money: Spending more on holiday travel?
Tom Brady Shares Glimpse of Tropical Vacation With His and Gisele Bündchen's Kids
Will & Grace Star Eric McCormack's Wife Janet Files for Divorce After 26 Years of Marriage
6 teenagers go on trial for their alleged role in the 2020 beheading of a French teacher