Lucy Liu Wins Réalta Award for 'Rosemead' at Belfast Film Festival
Hollywood icon Lucy Liu was honored with the prestigious Réalta Award at the Belfast Film Festival for her latest film Rosemead. This award recognizes actors and filmmakers who use their talents to promote positive social impact. Liu’s film focuses on mental health and family relationships.
Liu Praises Northern Ireland
Attending the festival in Northern Ireland’s capital, Liu warmly described the local people as “warm and welcoming.” She enjoyed local foods such as soda bread and potato bread during her visit, although she chose not to try black pudding.
“It’s just an honour to be here and to celebrate all of the art and the culture the festival has brought to the community,” Liu told BBC News NI.
Filming Experience and Film Details
Lucy Liu spent a month in Northern Ireland in 2023 filming the action comedy Old Guy. She described her time there as “a great working experience” and mentioned that she formed “really lovely friends” in the region.
Rosemead, which premiered in Ireland at the festival, tells the story of a terminally ill mother and her schizophrenic teenage son. Liu not only starred in the project but also served as its producer, deepening her engagement with the story.
Summary
Lucy Liu received the Réalta Award for her impactful film Rosemead, emphasizing mental health awareness while praising Northern Ireland’s hospitality and cultural richness.