Lucy Liu Shines in Emotional Trailer for "Rosemead"
Rosemead, starring Lucy Liu, premieres in theaters on December 5. PEOPLE releases an exclusive trailer, revealing 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, the film recounts the real-life struggles of a Chinese American mother and her son. Liu portrays Irene, while Lawrence Shou plays her son Joe.
Plot Overview
The story focuses on Irene, a mother facing heartbreaking decisions as her son's mental health deteriorates. The synopsis states:
“As his dark obsessions grow and time runs out, she is forced to make impossible choices: how far will she go and what is she willing to sacrifice?”
The original article by Frank Shyong tells of a terminally ill mother who made a tragic choice confronting her son's schizophrenia.
Insight from the Trailer
The trailer includes a doctor’s voice saying:
“This isn't going to just go away like some cold. He needs to learn to live with it. You both do.”
Since its premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, Rosemead has won multiple film festival awards, showcasing Liu’s powerful and unprecedented dramatic performance.
Summary
Lucy Liu delivers a deeply moving portrayal in Rosemead, highlighting the painful realities of mental illness and a mother’s fierce devotion amidst unbearable challenges.