‘Rosemead’ Trailer: Lucy Liu Delivers a Career-Defining Performance in Eric Lin’s Emotional Family Drama
Lucy Liu takes on one of the most demanding roles of her career in Rosemead, the directorial debut of Eric Lin, who previously worked as a cinematographer. The film explores a mother’s desperate struggle to protect her son amid growing emotional and societal pressures.
Film Overview
Rosemead is inspired by a true story and follows an ailing mother fighting to save her troubled teenage son, portrayed by Lawrence Shou. As tensions in their Chinese American community rise, her love and sense of survival begin to collide.
"Rosemead" was an official selection of the Tribeca Film Festival and earned awards at the Bentonville and Locarno Film Festivals.
Release and Production
The film is set for a theatrical release in New York on December 5 and in Los Angeles on December 12, 2025. It was written by Marilyn Fu and produced by Mynette Louie, Andrew D. Corkin, and Lucy Liu.
- Additional cast: 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, and Julia Gouw
The film has been praised for its emotional depth, visual sensitivity, and Liu’s powerful performance that defines a new chapter in her career.
Summary
Author’s Summary: Rosemead portrays a mother’s emotional fight for her son, elevating Lucy Liu’s artistry through Eric Lin’s visually poetic direction and heartfelt storytelling.