Christopher grew up in the small town of Summerville in North Eastern Oregon. His movie "Sammyville" was loosely based on an actual back-woods 'outlaw' town that exists in the general area and was where the movie was shot. Most of the extras were locals, including his childhood best friend, Joe Combe. Actual residents of the town also make brief appearances, including the legendary and fearsome proprietor Sammy.

Has two daughters, Ashley and Olivia (Chinese name Yi-Le).