This is the official sizzle reel for our upcoming feature documentary—a powerful project created to break the silence and raise awareness around Mental Health, Depression, and Addiction.

Our film follows the inspiring journey of Lou Sandoval, a man determined to fight back against these silent killers. As the documentary unfolds, we witness Lou’s transformation through intense training, personal health battles, and the meaningful connections he forges with others who have also been affected by this ongoing epidemic—one that continues to claim countless lives.

Lou’s mission is far from over.

This September, in Gallup, New Mexico, Lou will attempt to break the world record for the longest punching marathon—hitting a heavy bag non-stop for 55 hours and 16 minutes. His goal: to prove to the world that you can fight back against addiction, depression, and mental health struggles.

But we can’t do this without you.

This film is being independently funded by people like you—those who have battled mental health challenges themselves, or those who have lost someone they love. We’ve all been touched by this crisis, and this is your opportunity to make a difference.

We’re looking for partners, sponsors, and donors to help bring this story to life and amplify its message. Your support will help us finish the film, spread awareness, and inspire change across the world.

If you’re moved by this mission, please consider making an investment in the project or reaching out for more information. Together, we can break the stigma and help others find the strength to fight back.

May God bless you—and thank you for believing in this cause.

Emmy-nominated veteran Filmmakers Craig Syracusa and Jake Ehrlich.

Punching Back at Depression: One Man’s Journey through a 33-Hour Punching Marathon.

During this season of Lent, we are called to make sacrifices and grow closer in our faith. Some give up chocolate, while others make donations to charities. Lou Sandoval is taking this sacrifice to the heavy bag. Lou Sandoval, a 60-year-old artist who suffered from extreme depression, is training for a marathon of punching for 33 hours straight on a heavy bag at Brooklyn’s inner city boxing gym, Cops and Kids. Cops and Kids has turned many amateurs into Olympians, world champions, and police officers, but Lou is not there for that; he is there to set a world record for the longest continuous punches on a punching bag to raise awareness for depression, which is a mental health issue that has personally affected him, taken many lives, and destroyed families.

Over the past few years, we have seen an increase in depression and anxiety within the United States. This mental health issue does not discriminate; it affects everyone across all groups, ethnicities, and ages. Many contributing factors have led to the rise of depression, from the COVID-19 pandemic to the increased use of social media and feelings of loneliness. Anxiety and depression can result in serious consequences, including suicide, substance abuse, health issues, withdrawal from social situations, and strained interpersonal relationships. 

Depression impacts many individuals, and until we are willing to speak openly and honestly about this mental health issue, we will continue to lose individuals who find ways of coping with depression, which can lead to substance abuse and suicide.

Lou hails from Gallup, New Mexico, where he understands firsthand the effects of drugs and alcohol on the community. This journey isn’t about breaking records or punching a bag; it’s about raising awareness for a mental health issue that deserves open discussion. Every punch and every hour symbolizes the love Lou has for his Lord and Savior, who rescued him from the depths of hell during his battle with depression. He believes he can conquer this incredibly tough and challenging 33-hour challenge because of his faith in Jesus Christ. Lou has completed 24 consecutive hours and will attempt 33 hours on April 15th, the beginning of Holy Week for many Christians.

Lou believes his sacrifice is a testimony to his faith in Jesus Christ, and his story will help shine light on this Mental Health crisis.

Emmy-nominated veteran Filmmakers Craig Syracusa and Jake Ehrlich are currently producing a feature documentary that will follow Lou’s Journey as he “Punches back at Depression”.

Please support this critical Project!!!