Hollywood director Michael Mann was taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at a Los Angeles gun range, according to the Associated Press. The incident reportedly occurred at The Range LA and was first reported by TMZ.
Mann’s representative described the injury as superficial. TMZ reported that the weapon discharged as the filmmaker was attempting to holster it, after which emergency services were called and he was taken to hospital.
The 83-year-old director is known for films including Manhunter, The Last of the Mohicans and Heat. His most recent film was Ferrari, released in 2023 and starring Adam Driver and Penélope Cruz. Mann also helped create the 1980s television crime series Miami Vice.
Mann is preparing to shoot a sequel to Heat, with Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio attached to star.
Sources: The Guardian Film.