Lucy Liu's 30-Year Fight for First Dramatic Lead Role

Lucy Liu, a veteran actress with over three decades in the industry, is finally taking on her first dramatic leading role in 'Rosemead,' a project she has nurtured for years. The film's creation was a significant challenge, involving 16 different investors and a difficult search for distribution, highlighting the financial realities of filmmaking.

Throughout her career, Liu, known for roles in 'Charlie's Angels' and 'Kill Bill,' felt her significant talents were often overlooked for more marketable, action-oriented parts. She described these as 'side-salad roles' that did not tap into her full potential, contrasting them with the depth required for 'Rosemead.'

Liu also spoke candidly about the persistent biases in Hollywood that have shaped her career, leading to her being unfairly stereotyped. She expressed frustration that her opportunities were limited by perceptions of marketability, noting that she would have had more chances if she could change her appearance.