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Egg Yolk Custard Bun (2026)
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Egg Yolk Custard Bun (2026)

Release Date
May 10, 2026
Genre
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Release Date
May 10, 2026
MPAA Rating
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Duration
002 minute(s)
Production Budget
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Studio
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Official Site
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Director
Soya Wu

In just two minutes, director Soya Wu delivers a surprisingly poignant and visually stunning short film that transforms a simple culinary craving into a metaphor for love and loss. The story follows a lonely man who seeks comfort in the familiar warmth of an egg yolk custard bun, a seemingly mundane snack that holds the key to his most cherished memories. As he takes his first bite, the film plunges into a nostalgic reverie, exploring the bittersweet relationship he once shared with the person who introduced him to this simple pleasure. The central conflict emerges not from any external force, but from the quiet struggle between holding onto the past and moving forward. Through its brief runtime, the movie masterfully balances a gentle, melancholic tone with moments of surprising sweetness, much like the bun itself. This is a tender meditation on grief and the small rituals that help us heal, proving that even the smallest of stories can leave a lasting emotional impact.