Unmasked dives into the lives of a competitive paintball team united by more than just the game. Through personal interviews, and intense in-game moments, witness how paintball became a turning point for each player. Unmasked redefines what paintball means, breaking past the surface to show the real stories behind the mask.

Director Biography - Ben Murawski

Ben Murawski is a filmmaker and director from Maryland with a passion for grounded, personal storytelling and a cinematic visual style. As an upcoming graduate of Stevenson University’s film program, he’s worked on a range of projects—from narrative shorts to documentaries—often exploring themes like belief, identity, and human connection.

His recent work includes Unmasked, and a short experimental film titled Where We Were. Both revolving around experiences and the connection people have with each other.

Outside of narrative work, Ben has built experience in freelance sports videography and editing, sharpening his eye for capturing energy and emotion in real time. Across all his projects, he aims to create stories that look great, sound and feel authentic, and leave a lasting impact.

Director Statement

Paintball has been a large turning point in my personal life, helping me find myself as an individual in the face of adversity. I want to give back to the community that gave me so much support. That being said, paintball deserves far more attention that it gets.

Paintball is often misconceived as being strictly a militaristic hobby, where players dress in camo and run through the woods like in the movies. While that is an option, Unmasked unmasks the truth and sets the record straight that paintball is not only just a professional sport, it's a journey every player shares.