Hollywood’s Darkest Moments: The Shocking Scandals And Tragedies Of The Entertainment Industry
Horrifying Accident While Shooting
In the nascent days of Hollywood, novel aircraft technology introduced its own tragic chapter, a rather devastating incident that occurred during the filming of 1930’s “Such Men Are Dangerous.” Two planes collided in mid-air during aerial filming, resulting in the harrowing deaths of ten crew members, including the movie’s director.

Heartbreakingly, only five bodies were ever found, demonstrating the perilous nature of pioneering aviation in the early film industry. This somber episode is a poignant reminder of the risks filmmakers and aviators faced during Hollywood’s formative years.
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