Could Canberra become a Hollywood blockbuster moviemaking destination?

Following the success of Liam Neeson film Blacklight being shot in Canberra last month, a question has been on everyone’s lips: Does this mark the start of Hollywood blockbusters in Canberra?

The scenes — a fast-paced car chase through the streets of the city — were shot over six days and clocked up $2 million in revenue.

And as far as Screen Canberra CEO Monica Penders is concerned, it was the perfect project for the ACT “while we’re building up our capacity”.

“We need more of the right type of projects coming here to build our crew and facilities,” she said.

“We have…