Filmmaker Michael Mann Injured in Gun Range Accident
Director of 'Ferrari' treated for superficial wound as 'Heat 2' production faces reported delay.
Callum Smith
Filmmaker Michael Mann sustained an injury at a Los Angeles gun range on Saturday.
Mann received hospital treatment following an incident where a weapon accidentally discharged while holstered, his representative confirmed.
Other accounts state Mann was attempting to holster his firearm when it fired, striking him in the leg during what officials described as a training accident.
Mann recently directed the film "Ferrari." He is currently developing a sequel to his acclaimed movie "Heat."
Throughout his career, Mann has received four Academy Award nominations. He also served as an executive producer on "Miami Vice" and directed its 2006 film adaptation.
Filming for the "Heat 2" adaptation is postponed until January 2027. Stephen Graham will portray a younger version of Robert De Niro's character in the sequel.
Leonardo DiCaprio is linked to play Val Kilmer's character. Christian Bale is said to take on Al Pacino's role.
Adam Driver and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are also connected to the "Heat 2" project.