SYNOPSIS
As Ben approaches his 40th birthday, haunted by missed opportunities, he grapples with an unfinished documentary on his decade-old passion for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Having never stepped into the ring himself, Ben yearns to understand the visceral experience of fighters. Fueled by a newfound determination to live without regrets, he embarks on a transformative journey—taking up MMA training and resurrecting his documentary.
In the world of fighters—where courage, boldness, and tenacity converge—Ben discovers that the exchange of fists leads to the exchange of words, turning random encounters into friendships. Beyond the realm of violence, 'Open Guard' unfolds as a captivating exploration of people's lives and the dreams they pursue.
​
Director: Benjamin Hubert
Language: English
Duration: 33 MINS
Year: 2024
Genre: DOCUMENTARY
FILM DETAILS
Date: Saturday - October 19, 2024
Time: 4:05 PM​
Venue: Cinemark Theater
1670 US-22, Watchung, NJ 07069
SCREENING DETAILS
IN COMBINED BLOCK:
About the Director
Ben Hubert is a filmmaker based in New-Jersey. He has always been curious about combat sports. As a filmmaker, he worked on a variety of small projects from life changing documentary work in Liberia to short commercials.