Lucy Liu Shines in Emotional 'Rosemead' Trailer
Rosemead, starring Lucy Liu, opens in theaters on December 5. PEOPLE has an exclusive look at the trailer revealing Liu as Irene, a mother grappling with her teenage son’s schizophrenia diagnosis.
About the Film
Directed by Eric Lin and adapted by Marilyn Fu from a 2017 Los Angeles Times article, Rosemead tells the true story of a Chinese American mother and son. Liu, 56, stars alongside Lawrence Shou, portraying the intense and emotional journey of Irene and her son Joe.
“This isn't going to just go away like some cold. He needs to learn to live with it. You both do.”
The story centers on Irene, an ailing woman who takes extreme steps to protect her troubled son. The film explores the difficult decisions she must make as his condition worsens.
True Story Background
Based on Frank Shyong’s original article, the film highlights the heartbreaking reality of a terminally ill mother coping with her son’s schizophrenia diagnosis, emphasizing the challenges families face.
Awards and Reception
Since its premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, Rosemead and Lucy Liu’s performance have earned multiple film festival accolades, showcasing a new and deeply moving side of the actress.
Author’s summary: Lucy Liu delivers a powerful and heartfelt performance in Rosemead, portraying a mother’s desperate fight to protect her son amid mental illness and terminal illness challenges.