‘Rosemead’ Trailer: Lucy Liu’s Career-Defining Role in Eric Lin’s Family Drama
Lucy Liu shines in “Rosemead,” the debut feature from director Eric Lin, a former cinematographer. The film, inspired by a true story, explores a mother’s struggle to protect her son amid rising tensions in their Chinese American community.
Film Accolades and Release Dates
- Official selection at the Tribeca Film Festival.
- Winner at the Bentonville and Locarno Film Festivals.
- Premieres in New York on December 5 and Los Angeles on December 12, 2025.
Plot Overview
The story centers on an ailing woman, played by Liu, who takes drastic steps to safeguard her troubled teenage son, portrayed by Lawrence Shou. As his behavior worsens and community pressures escalate, the boundaries between love and survival become increasingly unclear.
Cast and Crew
- Written by Marilyn Fu.
- Produced by Mynette Louie, Andrew D. Corkin, and Lucy Liu.
- Cast includes Orion Lee, Jennifer Lim, Madison Hu, and James Chen.
- Executive producers: Theo James, Julia Xu, San Demetrio Arte, Chris Argentieri, Frank Shyong, Jamie Lin, Peng Zhao, Chiling Lin, Je Yang, Daniela Ruiz, Julia Gouw.
Inspired by a harrowing true story, “Rosemead” follows a mother’s desperate measures to protect her son as love and survival blur in their community.
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Author’s summary: Lucy Liu delivers a potent performance in "Rosemead," a compelling tale of a mother’s fierce love amid cultural and personal struggles.