Liverpool ECHO writer, Ryan Paton, was thrilled as the glamour of Hollywood came to Merseyside
However, Liverpool has recently become a hub for the entertainment industry with more and more projects being enticed to the area. The region is enjoying a filming boom as blockbuster franchises such as Harry Potter and Batman bring productions to the area to take advantage of Merseyside's stunning architecture and cinematic backdrop.
The director, who hails from Flint, told the ECHO at the premiere that Liverpool's rich cultural history meant he had to set his debut film in the area. He said: "I'd nurtured the idea of writing something about Liverpool for years because I'm a Welsh Scouser. As kids, we were inspired by everything Liverpool. Whether it was The Beatles, Jimmy Tarbuck, obviously the two teams. That deep-rooted love for Liverpool stayed with me.
"The golden rule in Liverpool is that if you're decent folk, we'll have you. If you're up for a party, we'll have you. If you want to get on board and be part of the gang then we'll have you. That in of itself gives off a vibrant, elegant but fun, creative life."
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