Saturday, April 17, 2027 · Milwaukee
HEAL returns — one night only
Truss Me Films is a Milwaukee video and film production company founded by Demetrius Truss.
About
Meet Demetrius Truss
Playwright · Award-Winning Filmmaker · Podcast Host
Demetrius Truss is the Creative Director of Truss Me Films and a storyteller devoted to faith-centered work. His plays and films focus on healing, self-discovery, and wholeness — stories that meet people where they are and walk with them toward restoration.
- 20 years
- in storytelling
- 40+
- stage plays
Tell your story.
Stage Play
HEAL
Sold out in April 2026 — back by popular demand.
HEAL returns for one night only on Saturday, April 17, 2027 in Milwaukee, featuring an amazing cast. It is a story about grief and mental health, faith, family, and forgiveness.
Saturday, April 17, 2027 · Milwaukee
Counting down to show day
Short Film
BREAK FREE
An award-winning short film about Black men's mental health — now streaming on YouTube.
- Official SelectionBill Johnson Black Film Festival 2024
- Best Actor — Patrick DobsonMKE ENT Short Film Festival 2025
- Official SelectionMKEE Short Film Festival 2025
Now streaming on YouTube
Recognition
City & State Recognition
- City of Milwaukee Common Council ResolutionApproved October 11, 2016, commending Keep The Faith Theater Ministry, established April 2007, for its contributions to community theater and community service.
- State of Indiana, House Resolution No. 14Adopted February 13, 2025, recognizing the 14th Annual Bill Johnson Black Film Festival, listing "Break Free" by Demetrius Truss among the February 22, 2025 showings.
- Bill Johnson Black Film Festival 2025Official Selection plaque, presented to Demetrius Truss for Break Free.
Podcast
Let's Get Uncomfortable
Hosted by Demetrius Truss, the podcast that leans into the conversations most people avoid — streamed on all major platforms.
- Relationships
- Childhood trauma
- Black men's mental health
- Faith
- Grief
- Personal growth
Streaming on all major platforms
Longtime listeners: Let's Get Uncomfortable has a new home here — same show, same conversations, now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Podbean.
Services
What We Do
From the stage to the screen to the studio, Truss Me Films brings your story to life. Every project is scoped personally — reach out and let's talk about yours.
Podcast Production
Recording, editing, and launch support for shows that sound as good as they feel.
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Book DemetriusStage Plays
Original, faith-centered stage productions written, produced, and directed end to end.
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Book DemetriusFilms
Short and feature-length films crafted with cinematic care from script to screen.
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Book DemetriusCommercials
Commercials and branded spots that say exactly what your business stands for.
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Book DemetriusLive Events
Multi-camera capture and production for live events your audience will remember.
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Let's Get Started!
Tell us a little bit about your project or event. We'll get back to you as soon as possible with ideas on how we can make your story shine.
info@trussmefilms.com414-315-6905www.trussmefilms.comMon–Sun · By Appointment