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WHAT'S THE CRAIC?

2/25/25
Thanks for the mention, Block Club Chicago!
In “Laoch: Defy the Odds,” audiences get a look at the Drogheda native’s life as he “shatters societal expectations and breaks world records” while battling depression, major illness and obesity.
Directed by Stephan Mazurek, it’s “a true celebration of courage, perseverance and living your best life,” the description reads.
In “Laoch: Defy the Odds,” audiences get a look at the Drogheda native’s life as he “shatters societal expectations and breaks world records” while battling depression, major illness and obesity.
Directed by Stephan Mazurek, it’s “a true celebration of courage, perseverance and living your best life,” the description reads.

2/20/25 Thank you, Reel Chicago!

10/2/24
Read all about the Louth International Film Fest!
"The film chronicles Tommy’s transformation from battling depression and obesity to finding strength through powerlifting, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. The project drew praise for its authenticity and moving narrative."
"The film chronicles Tommy’s transformation from battling depression and obesity to finding strength through powerlifting, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. The project drew praise for its authenticity and moving narrative."

10/1/24 Thank you Irish Independent!
Always lovely to be mentioned– thank you John Manning & the Irish Independent!

9/29/24 We're award winners!
Best in Louth + Audience Choice Award! We are honored. A huge thank you to the incredible team at Louth International Film Festival, and the amazing audience that came out to support Laoch: Defy the Odds. THANK YOU!!!! Go raibh maith agat.

9/11/24 We're going to Dundalk!
Thank you Louth International Film Festival!

7/15/24 We're in The Irish Times!
Thankful for the mention!

7/14/24 We're in the Sunday World Newspaper!
Beautiful coverage. by Esther McCarthy.

7/10/24 That's a wrap in Galway!
The World Premiere was sensational! Check out more photos from the festival and our world premiere party.

7/9/24 Irish Examiner "7 to see at the Galway Film Fleadh"

7/4/24 Tommy's interview on RTE Radio 1!
"The only dwarf powerlifter in Ireland" on Liveline.

6/28/24: We're in Drogheda Life!
Read more about Thomas from his hometown paper.

6/26/24: We're in the Irish Times!
Thankful for the mention in the Irish Times article about this year's Galway Film Fleadh!

6/25/24: We're going to Galway!
Laoch: Defy the Odds is an official selection at the 36th Galway Film Fleadh. Our World Premiere is set for July 10, 3 pm in Screen 1 at the Pálás Cinema Theater.
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