A dangerous on-set accident involving Jonathan Majors has catalyzed a crew strike on a Daily Wire-backed film, revealing systemic safety failures from asbestos to mold infestations.
During the filming of an action movie produced by Bonfire Legend and backed by The Daily Wire, Jonathan Majors and co-star JC Kilcoyne experienced a harrowing accident. While shooting a scene with simulated gunfire, the actors backed into a tempered glass window that shattered, causing both to fall roughly six feet to the ground. The incident, captured in footage obtained by Deadline, underscores the physical risks inherent in stunt-heavy productions.
In the aftermath, Kilcoyne required stitches for lacerations to his hands, while Majors was examined but uninjured. Representatives for Kilcoyne confirmed to Deadline that he is “doing well and was taken care of immediately by production,” adding that he “did not feel unsafe on set and continued to have a positive experience working on the project.” However, this single event became the breaking point for a crew already burdened by chronic safety issues.
The walkout was precipitated by a pattern of hazardous conditions that included:
- Props falling on crew members during filming
- Black mold infesting a primary shooting location
- Producers proceeding with filming in a site flagged for asbestos risks despite contractor warnings
These allegations, detailed in Deadline‘s reporting, reflect a broader disregard for workplace safety that prompted the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) to call an official strike against the production on March 26.
Producer Dallas Sonnier of Bonfire Legend responded with a combative statement to Deadline: “The entire industry is in freefall due to strikes, and now that their members are out of work, they’re trying to sabotage the few people who are still producing. We don’t negotiate with communists.” Sonnier further dismissed the concerns to People, remarking, “The actors’ fall was shorter than the failed movie careers of the now-union reps.” Notably, producers have not denied the specific safety allegations.
Despite the strike, filming is continuing with a replacement crew, as Deadline reports. This development highlights the escalating tensions between production entities and labor unions, particularly on projects with political dimensions. For Jonathan Majors, who has faced significant public scrutiny following legal troubles that led to his departure from Marvel projects, this incident adds another layer of controversy that could impact his career viability in an increasingly risk-averse industry.
The crew’s collective action serves as a stark reminder that safety protocols are non-negotiable, even on independently financed films. As the industry navigates post-strike labor dynamics, this case may set a precedent for how unions address hazardous conditions on smaller sets, potentially influencing future production standards across Hollywood.
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