Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World (2024)
106 min
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.
- Release date
- February 9, 2024
- Country of origin
- United States
- Music
- Ryan Shore
Trailer
Cast
- Jason Birchard as Self - Veselka's 3rd Generation Owner
- Dima Prach as Self - Grillman
- Tom Birchard as Self - Jason's Father - Veselka's 2nd Generation Owner
- Justin Birchard as Self - Tom's Nephew - Director of Biz Dev
- Lisa Straub as Self - Pastry Chef
- Arturo as Self - Potager Chef
- Arnie Charnick as Self - Muralist
- Jessyka Birchard as Self - Jason's Wife
- Pamela Pier as Self - Former Neighbor - Owner, Dinosaur Hill
- Sally Haddock Birchard as Self - Tom's Wife
Crew
- Michael Fiore · Director
- Michael Fiore · Writer
- Michael Fiore · Producer
- Ryan Shore · Composer
- Bill Winters · Cinematographer
- Michael Fiore · Editor