‘Rosemead’ Trailer: Lucy Liu’s Career-Defining Performance in Eric Lin’s Family Drama
Lucy Liu stars in Rosemead, the acclaimed debut feature from cinematographer-turned-director Eric Lin. The film centers on a mother’s desperate fight to protect her son and opens in December 2025.
Film Overview
Rosemead is inspired by a true story and follows an ailing woman who takes increasingly desperate steps to shield her troubled teenage son, played by Lawrence Shou. As his behavior grows darker and community pressures intensify within their Chinese American environment, the boundary between love and survival becomes blurred.
Festival Recognition and Release Dates
- Official selection at the Tribeca Film Festival
- Winner at the Bentonville and Locarno Film Festivals
- Theatrical release in New York on December 5, 2025
- Release in Los Angeles on December 12, 2025
Cast and Crew
The screenplay is written by Marilyn Fu. The production team includes producers Mynette Louie, Andrew D. Corkin, and Lucy Liu. The cast features Orion Lee, Jennifer Lim, Madison Hu, and James Chen.
The executive producers are Theo James, Julia Xu, San Demetrio Arte, Chris Argentieri, Frank Shyong, Jamie Lin, Peng Zhao, Chiling Lin, Je Yang, Daniela Ruiz, and Julia Gouw.
“Rosemead” follows an ailing woman who takes increasingly desperate measures to protect her troubled teenage son.
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Author’s Summary
Rosemead showcases Lucy Liu in a deeply emotional role, exploring a mother’s fierce love amid mounting challenges in a richly told Chinese American family saga.
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