Name: Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World
Director: Michael Fiore
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024-02-09
Duration: 1 h 46 min
Cast: David Duchovny, Jason Birchard, Tom Birchard, Kathy Hochul

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Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World (2024)

Runtime106 min

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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.

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Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World, a 2024 documentary directed by Michael Fiore, has received positive critical reception for its intimate portrait of the beloved Ukrainian restaurant in New York City and the challenges faced by the second-generation owner as he steps into his father's shoes. While specific awards recognition is not yet available, the film's focus on the restaurant's role as a beacon of hope for Ukraine during wartime has resonated with audiences, as evidenced by its strong ratings on review aggregator sites.

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Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World (2024) directed by Michael Fiore offers a fascinating and poignant documentary glimpse into the impact of the war in Ukraine on a beloved New York City institution and its dedicated owner. Fans of thoughtful, character-driven stories and the resilience of family businesses will be particularly drawn to this film's intimate exploration of the multigenerational dynamics at play.

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Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World is a 2024 documentary film which details the history of Veselka, a Ukrainian restaurant in the East Village neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City and the restaurant’s efforts in support of Ukraine during the Russian invasion. It is directed and written by Michael Fiore. David Duchovny narrates the film. The score was composed by Ryan Shore and features saxophone solos by David Sanborn.