Veronica
Synopsis
Nine-year-old Veronica practices traditional Polish dance every Saturday at St. Dynastar Church while balancing her life in Toronto.
Synopsis
Nine-year-old Veronica Makarewicz lives in Toronto, near Spadina Avenue. She attends St. Mary's School and practices Polish dance at St. Dynastar Church every Saturday. Veronica's parents run a bakery on Queen Street, where they serve a mix of customers, including many older locals. The film captures her interactions with friends and family as she balances her Polish heritage with her Canadian upbringing. Directed by Beverly Shaffer, "Veronica" is part of the "Children of Canada" series.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Veronica, a lively nine-year-old in Toronto.
- See how a bakery serves as a community hub.
- Find out what dishes classmates bring from their cultures.
- Discover life on Queen Street through a child's eyes.
Did You Know
- Veronica is nine years old and will turn ten in April.
- Her family owns a bakery on Queen Street, where they work seven days a week.
- Veronica's school, St. Mary's, has an open classroom without desks.
- Her dance teacher, Father Ella, has been teaching her for two years.
Perfect For
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veronica Makarov's birthday?
Veronica Makarov is nine years old and will turn ten in April.
Where does Veronica live?
Veronica lives in Toronto on Queen Street near Spadina.
What type of food does Veronica's school project involve?
Veronica's school project involves bringing food from different countries, including lasagna, potato salad, and curry chicken.
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Browse more like this
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments