gaffer

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It’s telling that while Mr. Deakins takes pains to praise his longtime gaffer, key grip, dolly grip, best boy and more, he never bothers to define those roles for the lay reader.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

I said: 'Why do I want to watch a movie with you gaffer?!'

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

This means he ensures the director feels comfortable with the gaffer, the dolly grip, the key grip, so that there’s no one on set that feels like a stranger.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

Captain Ashley Williams was one of those who texted out his feelings to "lay off the gaffer", saying the players should not escape criticism but together they would get it right.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2025

I’m worried about my gaffer, to tell you the truth.’

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien