Lucy Liu Shines in Emotional 'Rosemead' Trailer
Rosemead, starring Lucy Liu, premieres in theaters on December 5. PEOPLE offers an exclusive look at the trailer, featuring Liu as Irene, a mother grappling with her teenage son's schizophrenia diagnosis.
Film Background and Story
Directed by Eric Lin and adapted by Marilyn Fu from a 2017 Los Angeles Times article by Frank Shyong, the film portrays the true story of a Chinese American mother and her son. Liu, 56, takes a dramatic role alongside Lawrence Shou, who plays her son Joe.
Plot and Themes
In the film, Irene is described as "an ailing woman who takes drastic measures to protect her troubled teenage son.” As Joe’s symptoms intensify, Irene faces difficult decisions about how far she's willing to go and what sacrifices she must make.
“This isn't going to just go away like some cold. He needs to learn to live with it. You both do.”
Reception and Impact
Since its premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, Rosemead has earned Liu multiple film festival awards, highlighting her powerful and unprecedented performance.
Summary
Rosemead delivers a poignant, true-to-life story of a mother's struggle with her son's mental illness, showcasing Lucy Liu in a deeply compelling role.
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