Inspired by a gripping true story, Lucy Liu delivers a transformative, career-defining performance as a mother battling illness who takes extreme measures to protect her troubled teenage son, played by Lawrence Shou. As her son's dark obsessions intensify and time slips away, she faces impossible decisions about how far she is willing to go and what sacrifices she must make.
Set amid the simmering tensions within a Chinese American community, Rosemead presents a compelling portrait of a family pushed to its limits.
Rosemead premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival earlier this year. Veritcal will release the film in select U.S. theaters starting December 5th, 2025.
"How far will she go and what is she willing to sacrifice?"
This film stands out as a raw and emotional indie drama exploring family dynamics and cultural tensions.
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Author's summary: Lucy Liu shines in a powerful indie drama exploring a mother's desperate choices within a Chinese American community, marking a notable directorial debut for Eric Lin.