From about 40 feet away, Jessica Biel sent an arrow through a roughly 2-by-2-inch gap in the protection around a camera while filming Blade: Trinity. The arrow pierced the lens and lodged several inches inside the camera, destroying equipment worth roughly $300,000.
The shot called for Biel to shoot toward the lens from an elevated position. Plexiglass shielded the crew and camera, but the small opening in front of the lens left a target exposed. Biel had practiced archery extensively and was handling the bow herself.
Director David S. Goyer confirmed the accident in behind-the-scenes footage included among the film’s DVD extras. Biel appeared stunned and laughed afterward. No one was hurt.
Insurance covered the cameras damaged during production, which included more than the one Biel hit.
