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Rosemead: A Heartfelt Tale of Grief and Mental Health

12/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

Rosemead, directed by Eric Lin, follows Irene, immigrant mother from Taipei, and her son Joe who develops schizophrenia after his father's death.
Lucy Liu, the actress, portrays Irene as she grapples with terminal cancer while supporting Joe.
The film shows isolation within a predominantly Asian community and highlights mental health and mourning.
Critics praise emotional depth but urge a tighter focus on a character; Rosemead opens December 5, 2025.

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Story summary

Rosemead, directed by Eric Lin, follows Irene, immigrant mother from Taipei, and her son Joe who develops schizophrenia after his father's death.
Lucy Liu, the actress, portrays Irene as she grapples with terminal cancer while supporting Joe.
The film shows isolation within a predominantly Asian community and highlights mental health and mourning.
Critics praise emotional depth but urge a tighter focus on a character; Rosemead opens December 5, 2025.