Handle
Raiden Mataakama | Film
Match Donors
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Boosted X Moana
Is matching up to $3,000
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.
Donors
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Ruta Tuoro
Wishing you all the best on this exciting new journey !
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Zak Song
Go Raiden
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Karen Codd
I got you guys! KC x
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Tony Zhou
Good luck
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Kat and Pierce H
Can't wait to watch this movie! It'll be epic.
Project Updates
🎬 WE DID IT! “Handle” is Fully Funded – Thank You 🙏
We’re beyond thrilled (and honestly still a bit in shock) to say:
Our short film Handle is officially fully funded!!!
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who donated, shared, encouraged, and stood behind this story. Whether you gave $5 or $500, your support made this possible — and we don’t take that lightly.
This project was never just about making a film. It’s about proving what’s possible when stories that matter are backed by community. It’s about trust, risk, and heart. You’ve helped us take something from a spark on the page to a living, breathing film — and that means everything.
🔥 What’s Next?
Production is officially in motion! We’re currently finalizing shoot dates, script and gear setups (yes, we’re still going full indie mode with an iPhone + rig), and prepping to bring Handle to life with all the noir, tension, and twists it promises.
We’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses, production updates, and festival plans — so if you want to keep following the journey:
1. 🎥 FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/@SkuuDigital
We will be releasing Handle on YouTube as a Premier (screening date to come) for all our donors to watch in the comfort of your own homes and devices! In order to propel our launch, we would love for you to like, sub and share! The more eyes we get on it, the better!
2. 📲 FOLLOW US ON IG
https://www.instagram.com/skuudigital/
We will be using this platform to engage directly with our followers and audiences sharing short form videos, updates, BTS and promos! Come chill with the gang, converse in the comments and join us for live streams and Q&A’s! We’d love to have you with us!!
3. 📣 TELL EVERYONE ABOUT US!
Spread the word far and wide! Comms is so important! That’s why we need every abled person to cast a wide net! You as a donor have helped fund this project and now we need all your friends and whanaus supoort! So share this across your available networks and socials! You are our community! We can’t do this without you!
Ecclesiastes 4:12
“A cord of three strands is not quickly broken .”
Again, thank you so much for helping us cross the line, believing in the film and for donating your hard earned cash! Now let’s get this made!
- Raiden, Amy, Richie and the Handle team! 🥹🙏🏾✅🎥🎬
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Raiden Mataakama
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