The Great Escape: Hollywood's Tax Incentive Exodus The news that "American Idol" is relocating its production from Los Angeles to Georgia has sparked raised eyebrows in Tinseltown.
On the surface, it seems like just another notch on the belt of a region desperate to lure in big spending film and TV industry productions.
For decades, California's mild climate, diverse landscapes, and highly skilled workforce made it an ideal location for shooting on location.