

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.

David Duchovny
Narrator (voice)
LeadJason Birchard
Self
Tom Birchard
Self

Kathy Hochul
Self

Eric Adams
Self
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Fiore's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”