Rosemead

Rosemead follows an immigrant mother in California’s San Gabriel Valley who uncovers her teenage son’s escalating deterioration of mental health, forcing her into agonizing decisions as her own health declines. Starring Lucy Liu and directed by Eric Lin, this true‑story drama speaks powerfully to mental‑health stigmas and the challenges families face in seeking help.

Critics have praised Liu’s work as extraordinary—Collider called her performance “Oscar‑worthy,” noting she “deserves the recognition” for her devastating and compassionate portrayal. For college audiences, Rosemead offers a gripping narrative that also opens space for crucial conversations about cultural expectations, emotional well-being, and the pressures faced by APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) communities.

Free admission! Sponsored by Asian and Asian American Center in Centers for Student Equity, Empowerment, and Belonging in the Dean of Students Office.

Part of our "Campus Collaborations" series. Courtesy of Vertical Entertainment.