Lucy Liu Shines in Emotional 'Rosemead' Trailer
Rosemead, starring Lucy Liu, opens in theaters on December 5. PEOPLE offers an exclusive trailer revealing glimpses of Liu as Irene, a mother facing the challenges after her teenage son is diagnosed with schizophrenia.
About the Film
Directed by Eric Lin and adapted by Marilyn Fu, the film is based on a 2017 Los Angeles Times article. It tells the true story of a Chinese American mother and her son, portrayed by Liu and Lawrence Shou.
“This isn't going to just go away like some cold. He needs to learn to live with it. You both do.”
Character and Plot
Liu, 56, takes on a dramatically intense role as Irene, an ailing mother who confronts her son’s worsening condition by making difficult decisions. The synopsis describes her journey: “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 story is inspired by Frank Shyong’s article, which covered the tragic reality of a terminally ill mother facing the hardships of her son's schizophrenia diagnosis.
Reception and Recognition
Since premiering at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, Rosemead has earned Liu several film festival awards, highlighting her powerful and transformative performance.
>A dramatic portrayal based on a true story brings new depth to Liu’s acting career.
Summary: Lucy Liu delivers a powerful and heartfelt performance in Rosemead, portraying a mother facing extreme challenges due to her son's schizophrenia in this true-story drama.