Michael Mann Hospitalized After Shooting Himself at LA Gun Range
The 83-year-old director of 'Heat' was treated for a superficial leg injury after a mishap at a local shooting range.
Michael Mann, the renowned 83-year-old director of 'Heat', was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at a Los Angeles gun range on a Saturday afternoon around 4 p.m. 1234
Mann, who is currently working on 'Heat 2', a sequel to his 1995 classic, was reportedly trying to holster the firearm when it discharged, causing the injury. 14 Despite the incident, Mann is in stable condition, with the injury described as superficial. 123
The director, known for his work on films such as 'Heat', 'Thief', 'Manhunter', 'Collateral', and 'The Insider', continues to be involved in the film industry. His most recent project was 'Ferrari' in 2023, and he is also the creator of the TV series 'Miami Vice' and its film adaptation. 3
Mann's latest endeavor, 'Heat 2', is expected to delve into the early lives of the main characters from the original film, adding another layer of depth to the beloved story. 1
What we know
- Michael Mann was hospitalized due to shooting himself in the leg. 1234
- The accident happened at a Los Angeles gun range on a Saturday around 4 p.m. 134
- Mann is in stable condition with a superficial injury. 123
- He is currently working on 'Heat 2', a sequel to the 1995 film. 123
- Mann is known for directing films like 'Heat', 'Thief', 'Manhunter', 'Collateral', and 'The Insider'. 13
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Michael Mann was hospitalized due to shooting himself in the leg.
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The accident happened at a Los Angeles gun range on a Saturday.
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The incident occurred around 4 p.m.
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The injury was superficial and Mann was in stable condition.
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Mann is currently working on 'Heat 2', a sequel to the 1995 film.
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Mann was trying to holster the firearm when it discharged.
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Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale, and Adam Driver are expected to star in 'Heat 2'.
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Mann is known for directing films like 'Heat', 'Thief', 'Manhunter', 'Collateral', and 'The Insider'.
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Mann is 83 years old.
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'Heat 2' will explore the early lives of the main characters from the original film.
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Mann has directed several notable films including 'Heat', 'The Insider', 'Thief', 'Manhunter', 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Ali', 'Collateral', and 'Public Enemies'.
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Mann's most recent film was 'Ferrari' from 2023.
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Mann created the TV series 'Miami Vice' and directed its film adaptation.
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Sources & references
- Variety — Michael Mann Hospitalized After Accidentally Shooting Himself in the Leg at Los Angeles Gun Range
- Deadline — Michael Mann Injured When Weapon Accidentally Discharges; Filmmaker OK
- IndieWire — Michael Mann Accidentally Shoots Himself in Leg at Los Angeles Gun Range
- Page Six — ‘Heat’ director Michael Mann, 83, hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself at LA gun range
