Handle

Raiden Mataakama | Film

Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau

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Overview

In a secluded safe house, two former allies, now adversaries, engage in a tense negotiation, but the truth of their past—and the true cost of their loyalty—unfolds in a shocking twist. What seems like a simple conversation becomes a deadly game of deception and they are literally running out of time.

What would you do if you could go back in time? Would you change anything? Talk to your younger self and warn them of the future? So many options yet so little thought of the dangers.

Handle is a noir/sci-fi short that plays with time travel and the consequences of it’s misuse. It’s a showcase of what the average person would do if the ambitions were selfless or selfish. It explores the temptations and flaws of being human and how messy it can become. We’re looking for backers who love the sci-fi/ action genre and want to see more of it in New Zealand.

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Donors

Ruta Tuoro

Wishing you all the best on this exciting new journey !
Zak Song

Go Raiden
Karen Codd

I got you guys! KC x
Tony Zhou

Good luck
Kat and Pierce H

Can't wait to watch this movie! It'll be epic.

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Project Updates

315 Days Ago

🎬 AND THATS A WRAP! 🎬

First and foremost, I want to thank God for this opportunity to be in this creative space and using the gifts and talents He’s given me to give the glory back to Him and to advance the Kingdom.

Thank you Jesus! ✝️🥹

The experience of arriving on set to a film that I wrote back in February is nothing short of amazing! This is something I always dreamed of and now I officially have ‘one in the bag’ as they say.

The Cast & Crew have been such a God Send and seeing them operate in their giftings was a sight to behold. They were all truly in their element and I am forever grateful for this team.

🎭 CAST

Richie Sikuea - Actor

Thank you Toks for jumping on board the Skuu Train! What started as an idea on paper back in Feb has flourished and fully realised in August. You gave Carter some gravitas and grit and he was formidable. Your support is appreciated and look forward to your projects!

Amy Cotter - Actor

Since meeting you back in Voice Acting 101, in July 2024, you were just a joy to connect with! So having you as Renee was a pleasure to see unfold! She was grounded, intentional and direct. Thank you for sharing your time on set with me!

🎥 CREW 🎬

When they say, “It takes a village” to make something like this, it really does! Without you lot, this dream would still be a dream and Handle would just be an idea. So to all of you who formed this team to make some art, I honour you:

📋 Set Producer – James Fink-Jensen

🎥 Director of Photography (DP) – Ollie Madsen

📢 1st Assistant Diredror (1AD) – Ryan Evans

🎬 Camera Assist – Leo Liang

💡 Gaffer – Graham Lauder

🔊 Sound Recordist / Mixer – Robert Goodliffe

🖊️ Script Supervisor – Faith Ward & Holly Norman

🎨 Production Designer / Art Department – Jordan Verhagen

🍳 Catering / Craft Services – Elmma Mataakama

💄 Make-up Artist – Cody Cope

THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR YOUR MAHI! 🥹🙏🏾

Lastly to the donors, the backers and the supporters of this crazy noir, sci-fi action short! Thank you for your kind hearts to give of your hard earned cash to a story that you believed in and wanted to see get made! We wouldn’t be here, wrapped and ready for post if it wasn’t for you amazing humans! We got to use our creativity, make art and new connections and pay everyone for their expertise and had fun doing so! THANK YOU!

As we head into post, we will update with BTS and early script concepts that made Handle what it is. Stay tuned!

Everlastingly at it,

—Rai

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