Author: David Childers

Amazon: Let's Roll Some Film

Website: https://davidchildersbooks.com/

David Childers, a veteran key grip with over 40 years of experience in the film industry, has released his heartfelt and captivating memoir Let’s Roll Some Film. If you’ve ever been curious about what it’s really like to work behind the camera on some of the biggest productions, this book is for you. Now available for purchase, it brings to light the untold stories of the people who helped shape cinema history—one frame at a time.

Through personal accounts from the sets of iconic films like Return of the Jedi, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Right Stuff, Poltergeist, and Milk, David shares the highs, lows, chaos, and charm of life on set. From building complex effects to weathering long shoot days, he reveals what it means to dedicate your life to the movie business—often at the expense of family moments and personal milestones.

Inside Let’s Roll Some Film, readers will find:

• A rare, insider look into four decades of film production throughout the country

• Behind-the-scenes challenges and creative problem-solving

• Memorable interactions with actors like Robin Williams and Cate Blanchett

• A candid reflection on the sacrifices and rewards of a life behind the camera

Speaking about the inspiration behind the memoir, David shares, “After so many years on set, I realized how many moments I never got to fully appreciate. I wanted to tell my story—not just about making movies, but about the life I lived along the way.”

This memoir isn’t just a tribute to film—it’s a tribute to the people who quietly helped bring it all to life.

Availability:

Let’s Roll Some Film is available now and major online retailers.

About David Childers

David Childers is a dedicated Bay Area crew veteran whose career has spanned more than 40 years of working on major motion pictures.