Still Rising: The Story of Milk Cloud Bakery

Before the lines, before the brand, there was just a kitchen, a sketch of a cloud, and a quiet need to create. Still Rising is an 11-minute documentary tracing the story of Milk Cloud Bakery, a small-batch, founder-led brand known for its soft shokupan, seasonal fruit sandos, and packaging steeped in memory. At its core, it’s not just about baking. It’s about building something from grief, making with your hands when you don’t have the words, and rising slowly.

The film moves through slow folds of dough, silent mornings, and pop-ups buzzing with life. It’s a love letter to modern maker culture, where craft is care, and every loaf holds a story. For those who find beauty in slowness, meaning in memory, and creativity in healing, this film was made for you.