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Interview with "Rosemead" director Eric Lin: Turning an Haunting True Story into a Conversation about Stigma
Interview with "Rosemead" director Eric Lin: Turning an Haunting True Story into a Conversation about Stigma
Interview with "Rosemead" director Eric Lin: Turning an Haunting True Story into a Conversation about Stigma
Wednesday 14th January 2026
Director Eric Lin discusses 'Rosemead,' a film tackling mental health stigma in immigrant families. Discover the power of storytelling.
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Episode Overview
- Eric Lin shares his personal connection to 'Rosemead' and its themes.
- The film highlights the stigma surrounding mental health in immigrant communities.
- Lucy Liu delivers a powerful performance as a mother dealing with mental illness.
- Eric discusses the challenges and research involved in directing his first feature film.
- 'Rosemead' aims to spark conversations about mental health awareness across cultures.
"It's about seeing the isolation and the pain, but also finding a way to tell these stories so people feel seen."
How do you turn a haunting true story about family mental illness into a conversation about stigma? This episode of 'A Little Help For Our Friends' is a captivating discussion with Eric Lin, the director of 'Rosemead,' a film that bravely tackles mental health issues within a Chinese immigrant family. The hosts, Jacqueline Trumbull and Dr. Kibby McMahon, engage with Eric to explore how he crafted such an authentic depiction of schizophrenia and the cultural stigma surrounding it.
Lucy Liu stars in the film, delivering a powerful performance as a mother facing the complexities of mental illness and cultural pressures. Eric shares his personal connection to the story, which mirrors his own experiences growing up in an immigrant family. He opens up about the challenges of directing his first feature film and the meticulous research involved in portraying mental illness accurately.
The episode delves into the universal themes of fear, shame, and the struggle to seek help within communities that often view mental health as a taboo subject. Listeners will be moved by the heartfelt anecdotes and insightful reflections on how cultural dynamics influence perceptions of mental health. The episode not only highlights the importance of understanding and empathy but also sparks a much-needed conversation about mental health awareness across different cultures.
As Eric puts it, 'It's about seeing the isolation and the pain, but also finding a way to tell these stories so people feel seen.'
Tune in to hear how this remarkable film sheds light on these critical issues and how it has resonated with audiences from all walks of life. What does it take to bring such a personal and challenging story to life? Discover the answer as Eric Lin shares his journey.