‘Rosemead’ Trailer: Lucy Liu Delivers a Career-Defining Performance in Eric Lin’s Family Drama
Lucy Liu stars in Rosemead, the acclaimed debut feature by Eric Lin, a cinematographer-turned-director. The film centers on a mother's fierce struggle to protect her son and opens in December 2025.
Film Festival Recognition and Release Dates
Rosemead was officially selected for the Tribeca Film Festival and won awards at the Bentonville and Locarno Film Festivals. It premieres in New York on December 5 and in Los Angeles on December 12, 2025, with a planned theatrical rollout.
Plot and Characters
Inspired by a true story, the film follows an ailing woman who takes increasingly desperate actions to shield her troubled teenage son, portrayed by Lawrence Shou. As his behavior darkens and pressure mounts within their Chinese American community, the boundary between love and survival grows blurred.
Key Cast and Crew
- Lucy Liu as the lead
- Lawrence Shou as her son
- Orion Lee, Jennifer Lim, Madison Hu, and James Chen in supporting roles
- Written by Marilyn Fu
- Produced by Mynette Louie, Andrew D. Corkin, and Lucy Liu
Executive Producers
- Theo James
- Julia Xu
- San Demetrio Arte
- Chris Argentieri
- Frank Shyong
- Jamie Lin
- Peng Zhao
- Chiling Lin
- Je Yang
- Daniela Ruiz
- Julia Gouw
“Rosemead” follows an ailing woman who takes increasingly desperate measures to protect her troubled teenage son.
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Summary: Lucy Liu shines in Rosemead, a gripping debut drama by Eric Lin exploring a mother’s fierce battle to save her son amid community pressures and personal struggles.