Handshake (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2004, Handshake is an animation and romance film directed by Patrick Smith, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. In this animated film, an innocent greeting between two people is quickly transformed into a tangled struggle, illustrating the twists and turns of a love affair. Relationships are visceral attachments, often leading to one dominating and consuming the other, then moving on easily and heartlessly. This film is autobiographical, a visual metaphor of an experience I had in my youth with one of my first girlfriends, perhaps the first love of my life. We learn a lot from experiences like this.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Handshake has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Handshake page.
If you liked it. Fans of Handshake tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Handshake (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Handshake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Handshake worth watching?
- Handshake holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Handshake released?
- Handshake was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.