Vertical has released the trailer for Rosemead, a drama inspired by Frank Shyong’s intense 2017 LA Times column. Directed by Eric Lin, the film features Lucy Liu as a mother struggling with illness who takes extreme steps to shield her troubled son and possibly others from his growing dark obsessions.
Alongside Lucy Liu, the cast includes Lawrence Shou, Orion Lee, Jennifer Lim, Madison Hu, and James Chen.
Based on a true story, Rosemead explores a mother’s desperate fight to protect her teenage son, portrayed by Lawrence Shou, as his disturbing interests deepen. As time slips away, she faces impossible decisions about how far she will go and what she will sacrifice.
"Lucy Liu transforms in a riveting, career-redefining performance as an ailing woman who takes drastic measures to protect her troubled teenage son."
The film paints a compelling picture of a family under strain, set within the tense atmosphere of a Chinese American community.
Check out the trailer below to glimpse this gripping story.
Summary: Rosemead is a powerful drama highlighting a mother’s fierce protection of her son amid growing darkness, set against a tense Chinese American community backdrop.