Inspired by a harrowing true story, Lucy Liu delivers a powerful transformation in Rosemead, portraying a vulnerable woman who takes desperate measures to protect her troubled teenage son, played by Lawrence Shou. As her son's dark obsessions intensify and time runs short, she faces impossible decisions about how far she will go and what she is willing to sacrifice.
Set against the simmering tensions within a Chinese American community, Rosemead presents a gripping portrait of a family pushed to their limits.
The film opens in New York cinemas on 5th December and in Los Angeles on 12th December 2025.
“No matter where you go, there you are.”
— Phil, Nov 6, 2025
This compelling drama challenges audiences with complex family dynamics and cultural tensions, anchored by Liu’s remarkable performance.
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