Christine (1983 film) young actress" at the time, but brought a "great quality" about the character of Leigh. According to Paul, she had not read any of King's books or seen Carpenter's films, and read the novel in preparation. "Christine" was shot largely in Los Angeles, California, while the location for Darnell's garage was located in Santa Clarita. Filming began in April 1983, merely days after the King novel had been published. The film's stunts were primarily completed by stunt coordinator Terry Leonard, who was behind the wheel of the car during the high-speed chase scenes, as well as the scene in which
Christine Vachon Me", the directorial debut of Helen Hunt, starring herself, Bette Midler, Colin Firth and Matthew Broderick. Vachon continued her long-standing collaboration with Todd Haynes for the 2015 film, "Carol." Vachon and her partner, artist Marlene McCarty, live in the East Village of New York with their daughter Guthrie. In the fall of 2009, Vachon went into remission after a battle with breast cancer. She is related to the French costume designer, Sarah Monfort. Director's name in brackets after film title. Christine Vachon Christine Vachon (born 1962) is an American film producer active in the American independent film sector. Christine Vachon