Filmmaking with Demetrius Witherspoon
Saturday, March 14, 2026
1:30 - 3:30 PM CST
Howard Rutan Meeting Room
We’re excited to welcome back Demetrius Witherspoon - award-winning writer, director, author, and owner of DV Entertainment Pictures! Demetrius is returning to Danville to share his knowledge and highlight the power of community in achieving your goals.
With experience directing actors from The Walking Dead, Star Wars, and Marvel, and as the creator of the award-winning sci‑fi series Submerge Universe (streaming on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Tubi, and Submerge Universe TV), he brings a wealth of industry insight and real-world expertise.
🎥 What to expect:
This engaging session offers a practical introduction to low‑budget filmmaking, showing how anyone can bring their story to life with creativity, community and resourcefulness. Whether you’re dreaming of directing, writing, editing (or just curious about the process), you’ll leave with essential techniques for crafting compelling films without a big budget.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from a visionary creator and be inspired to tell your own story!
This program is made possible by a grant from Danville Library Foundation.
The Library is committed to making programs accessible to all. If you would like an accommodation, please email the Community Relations Administrator at
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By attending this event, you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By your presence, you consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded. You also grant the event organizers the right to use and publish your image, likeness, and voice for promotional, advertising, or other purposes in any media, without compensation or further approval. If you do not wish to be recorded, please notify the event staff upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
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