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This poem pays tribute to the tragic loss of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film Rust, and how her memory lives on in the hearts of those who worked with her. Despite the challenges they faced, including the recent legal issues surrounding Alec Baldwin, the crew perseveres and resumes filming with a dedication to their craft. The final result will be a testament to their hard work and a tribute to Halyna's legacy in the film industry. --- In the western land, where rustling winds blewA film was set to shoot, with a talented crewAlec Baldwin was the star, with great acclaimBut tragedy struck, and left them in painHalyna Hutchins, a cinematographer so brightLost her life, on that fateful nightIt shook the industry, and hearts were heavyEveryone wondered, how could this happen readily?But time moves on, and healing takes its courseAnd finally, resuming filming, is the force18 months have passed, since that distressing timeNow they're back, to continue their climbAlec Baldwin, the lead, who's been in the newsPleads not guilty, to charges twoIt's a situation, that's hard to handleBut they'll move forward, filming with a candleHalyna Hutchins, gone too soonHer talent will remain like a rising moonBut her memory will stay, forever in heartsAnd her light, will shine on each film's partsThe crew, with strength and determinationWill work hard, to finish the productionTheir passion for the craft, will drive them throughAnd the final result, will be something anewSo here's to Rust, and its journey aheadA tribute to Halyna, who's forever wedTo the film world, that's filled with glamourBut also, with pain, and sometimes clamourFilming resumes, with a hope to prevailAnd for the final outcome, we can't wait to unveilFor the magic on screen, will be an odeTo those who've worked hard, and to Halyna's abode.

