VESELKA: THE RAINBOW ON THE CORNER AT THE CENTER OF THE WORLD
Post-film discussion with director and writer Michael Fiore
New York City’s beloved Ukrainian restaurant Veselka is best known for its borscht and varenyky, but it has become a beacon of hope for Ukraine. As the second-generation owner Tom Birchard reluctantly retires after 54 years, his son Jason faces the pressures of stepping into his father’s shoes as the war in Ukraine impacts his family and staff..
Narrated by Golden Globe Winner and Little Ukraine native David Duchovny, VESELKA is a thoughtful exploration and celebration of family and community, chronicling Jason’s journey to connect with his loving yet detail-focused dad as he reignites his Grandfather’s pro-Ukraine goals behind his creation of Veselka in 1954.
1 hr 46 minutes