‘Heat’ director Michael Mann injured in accidental weapon discharge at L.A. gun range
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Key Points:
- Director Michael Mann was hospitalized after an accidental gun discharge at a Los Angeles gun range, resulting in a minor, superficial injury.
- Mann, 83, a longtime target shooter, was treated and released from the hospital; the LAPD confirmed the shooting was accidental and cleared the scene after an injury report.
- Mann is renowned for his crime dramas, including "Thief," "Manhunter," and the 1995 film "Heat," noted for its authentic gunfire sound effects captured using full-load blanks.
- He is currently developing "Heat 2," an adaptation of his 2022 novel co-written with Meg Gardiner.
