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Flamin’ Hot : Exclusive Interview Actor Jesse Garcia on Playing Richard Montañez

Synopsis : FLAMIN’ HOT is the inspiring true story of Richard Montañez (Jesse Garcia) who as a Frito Lay janitor disrupted the food industry by channeling his Mexican American heritage to turn Flamin’ Hot Cheetos from a snack into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon. Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Brief Drug Material) Genre: Comedy, Drama,…

SXSW Film Review: Eva Longoria Ignites Passionate Origin Story for Titular Cheetos Snack in Directorial Feature Debut ‘Flamin’ Hot’

Being able to channel their heritage and upbringing into the corporate workforce that has long shunned their values, beliefs and overall identities is a courageous journey for anyone who’s determined to be seen by society. That’s certainly true for successful Mexican-American businessman Richard Montañez, whose life is chronicled in the endearing new biographical comedy-drama, Flamin’…

Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Movie Gets its Leads

The stars of the upcoming Flamin’ Hot, from Searchlight Pictures, have been announced, according to Deadline. Actress Eva Longoria, best known for projects like Desperate Housewives, Telenovela, Grand Hotel, and Devious Maids, is stepping behind the camera to make her directorial debut. She’s in good company with the two young talents joining her: Jesse Garcia…