Michael Mann accidentally shoots himself in the leg in gun range incident
Director Michael Mann was taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg while holstering a firearm at a Los Angeles shooting range. His representatives said the injury was superficial, he was treated and was being released.
The incident reportedly happened at about 4pm at Range LA, and Mann was described as being in a stable condition. The 83-year-old director of Heat, Manhunter and Ferrari is preparing to film Heat 2, which is expected to feature Stephen Graham, Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio.
In short
- Michael Mann sustained a superficial leg injury at a Los Angeles shooting range.
- He was treated and was being released from hospital.
- The 83-year-old director is preparing to film Heat 2.
Explained simply
Michael Mann is an American film director and screenwriter, known for crime dramas such as Heat and Manhunter. He is 83 and has also directed films including Ferrari.
Mann is preparing to make Heat 2, a follow-up to his 1995 film Heat. The new film is expected to feature actors including Stephen Graham, Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio.