Lucy Liu, the unstoppable 90s actress extraordinaire and one of the true greats of Asian representation in Hollywood today, returns to the spotlight in a new episode of the underground web series Closet Picks.
That’s where artists reveal their most formative film inspirations — the titles that shaped their taste, their craft, and their creative DNA.
In this latest episode, the mesmerizing artist lets everything spill. Lucy Liu shares personal film favorites from the Criterion Collection, selecting iconic titles, discussing their impact, and offering insights into their cinematic artistry. A final, surprising choice pops up through a playful, spontaneous selection. (The series has become a quiet haven for cinephiles, with each guest curating their own mini‑canon.)
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The actor and producer praises the groundbreaking work of martial‑arts legends Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, shares her love for Alfonso Cuarón’s ROMA, and remembers the thrill of seeing The Grifters for the first time.
It’s a raw, reflective, and cinematic deep dive into the films that shaped Lucy Liu’s craft and consciousness — offering a rare glimpse into the mind of a performer who’s been captivating audiences for decades.
Feel all the Lucy’s love below.
