“Know when to pick your battles”
…but what happens when the fight picks us?
“Beyond inspirational, Momentum poignantly reveals the heart, soul, and capabilities of what humans can do when they put their minds to it."
- Mischa Geracoulis, Journalist & Educator
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THE FILM
"Momentum" is an inspiring film about Chris 'Coco' Cocores, who found solace in street fighting due to childhood traumas. By 25, he was a champion in amateur mixed martial arts, on the brink of a professional career. However, a tragic car accident left him with severe injuries and doubts about his future in the sport. With determination, Chris sought help from his coach, Ryan, a Paralympian wrestling coach. Together, they faced new challenges and healed old wounds, showing how sports can help overcome adversity and thrive both on and off the mat.
Michelle Aguilar & Lane Power
Director/Producer & Director/Cinematographer
YOUTH MENTORSHIP
Momentum aims to enrich conversations around the power of using competitive sports and mentorship as tools to heal injury, nurse illness, combat mental health struggles, and overcome addiction.
We have developed an exciting youth mentorship program to coincide with the film. This program is currently being piloted at Mt. Tallac High School and South Tahoe Middle School. We are excited to bring the film and the youth mentorship program to schools throughout the region. Please email ryan@marcellafoundation.org to learn more!
Ryan Wallace
Momentum Mentors
Join the Momentum!
Join us for an event, stream on, PBS, New Day Films or bring the film to your organization! We want to make sure that all schools, gyms, sports teams, cancer/amputee groups, and community leaders also have the opportunity to bring Momentum Film to their community as an engaging, interactive event!
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Screening with various add-ons without feedback or correspondence
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Screening with interactive materials and add-ons that include correspondence and virtual communication with the stars of the film
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Screening with Live Q and A motivational speeches or full day Momentum Mentors workshops
