The Trial of Alec Baldwin is directed by Oscar-nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy, who was given unprecedented access to Baldwin over a number of years, is set to hit theaters in October in the U.S.

The documentary is set to follow the aftermath of the tragedy on the set of the film Rust, where cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot and killed by Baldwin with a prop weapon that was loaded with live ammunition.  The documentary will include footage from the set of Rust, footage of Baldwin’s interrogation, and the ensuing legal proceedings and trial.

Village East by Angelika in NYC will open the film on October 1, with the premiere set for October 15 in Los Angeles at the Laemmle Monica.  The film will screen for a week at Laemmle Noho 7 to qualify for the Academy Awards, before releasing wide across the country.  Karol Martesko-Fenster, CEO of AB2 Media Group and Abramorama, provided some insight on the film and director Kennedy’s work.

“The Trial of Alec Baldwin doesn’t shy away from complexity or discomfort… Rory and her [life and producing] partner Mark Bailey have crafted a film that goes beyond the headlines to ask hard questions about how we assign blame, process tragedy, and judge public figures in real time. We’re honored to partner with them in bringing this story to theaters.”

The director and studio didn’t shy away from the importance of telling this story, the whirlwind of emotions and scandal that come along with it, and spotlighting Baldwin, a profound figure in Hollywood whether you love him or hate him.