Movies and TV

D.J. Higgins receiving The Mike Vezza Experimental Award

D.J. Higgins: A multifaceted filmmaker and educator at Penn State Schuylkill

D.J. Higgins, a filmmaker and assistant teaching professor of film/video and music at Penn State Schuylkill, has directed and produced award-winning films, including his feature film "The Documentary," which won The Mike Vezza Experimental Award. Additionally, he is leading a community course on mental health in cinema, fostering dialogue on social issues. Higgins’ work in teaching, filmmaking, and local arts underscores his influence in both education and the arts.
"Sanitize This" film poster banner with nine people on red carpet in front of Emmaus theatre marquee reading, "Sanitize This Private Premier"

Schuylkill professors earn dozens of awards for romcom short, 'Sanitize This!'

Catherine Fiorillo, associate teaching professor of theatre and speech at Penn State Schuylkill, has written, produced, and starred in a short film in collaboration with director David “DJ” Higgins, assistant teaching professor of film/video and music. “Sanitize This!” has earned 15 awards thus far and premiered locally on Thursday, May 20.
"Sanitize This" film poster banner with nine people on red carpet in front of Emmaus theatre marquee reading, "Sanitize This Private Premier"

"Sanitize This!" premiere image

The cast and crew of "Sanitize This!" convened for a private premiere of their short film at the Emmaus Theatre on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Pictured from left to right: Timothy Ring, Alex Hille, Jackie Fiorillo, Catherine Fiorillo, Ashely Reinhard, Evan Stutts, Stefan Fulton, Justin Fiorillo, and David "DJ" Higgins.