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      100% Tomatometer 8 Reviews 100% Audience Score 100+ Ratings 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. Read More Read Less Now in Theaters Now Playing Buy Tickets

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      Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com A remarkably moving piece of work, a documentary that understands that a diner can’t save your life, but that doesn’t make it any less essential to it. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 12, 2024 Full Review Christy Lemire FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles) The substance and the heart of it are very worthwhile, but there's a lot of peripheral and maudlin stuff happening here. Mar 22, 2024 Full Review Natalia Winkelman New York Times Even if some scenes want for energy, the compassion of the “Veselka” subjects — and its filmmaker — never wavers. Feb 22, 2024 Full Review Leslie Combemale AWFJ.org Veselka celebrates a longstanding New York institution, and shows how community (in this case the Ukrainian community across the country and its allies) comes together during the worst of times. As such, it's a documentary for anyone/everyone to enjoy. Rated: 4/5 Mar 8, 2024 Full Review Jeanne Kaplan Kaplan vs. Kaplan A powerful documentary --- and a moving tribute to a family dedicated to helping others. Feb 22, 2024 Full Review David Kaplan Kaplan vs. Kaplan This is definitely a worthwhile film -- a timely and moving story. Feb 22, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Denise Really great documentary about family, love & support! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/12/24 Full Review Shani F Moving and beautifully told. Jason is a NYC hero! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/10/24 Full Review Jacqueline R Wonderful story with humor,sadness and wonderful never give up. Love and family will always rule! Right after the movie I had a quick bite and drink at Veselka. Staff was sweet and the food was great. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/04/24 Full Review Dan L You have to see this movie. So moving, so much pride for my favorite restaurant in the world and the extraordinary family who takes care of our community. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/24 Full Review Michael Y Michael Fiore has captured the complexity of family and culture and love in this sweet film. Clearly, he started the documentary in one direction and deftly pivoted to include the heartrending realities of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the ownership and employees of this marvelous restaurant. The result is a thoughtful study of heartbreak, strength and resilience in the face of challenge. I’m a new fan. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/05/24 Full Review Dana E Enjoyed every minute. Beautifully told story. A story we all need to see right now. Thank you to the filmmaker! Bravo! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis 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.
      Director
      Michael Fiore
      Screenwriter
      Michael Fiore
      Distributor
      Fiore Media Group
      Genre
      Documentary
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Feb 23, 2024, Limited
      Runtime
      1h 46m