Frito-Lay Disputes Flamin Hot Cheetos Origin Story, Screenwriter Says Enough Is True
Frito-Lay Disputes Flamin Hot Cheetos Origin Story, Screenwriter Says Enough Is True
The origin story behind the creation of the Flamin Hot Cheetos may not be what it seems all along.
With a new biopic being developed, Frito-Lay is now claiming that the origin story of Flamin Hot Cheetos that we all thought to be true, isn t exactly what it seems. However, it doesn t seem to be stopping the upcoming biopic anytime soon. Eva Longoria s upcoming project
Flamin Hot is about the inventor we all believed to be the man behind the creation of the famous spicy Cheetos snack. Was this inspiring, feel-good, rags-to-riches story based on a lie the entire time?
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Flamin Hot Cheetos Movie Casts Lead Roles
Jesse Garcia will play the lead, Richard Montanez, who created the spicy snack.
The movie about the incredible story behind Flamin Hot Cheetos has found two of its leads. Jesse Garcia (Quinceanera) will play the lead, Richard Montanez, who is credited with creating the tasty, spicy snack. Annie Gonzalez (Gentefied) will play his wife, Judy.
The movie is directed by Eva Longoria, who makes her directorial debut with the project. The film is coming from Searchlight Pictures, which is a division of Disney now. It has been my biggest priority to make sure we are telling Richard Montañez s story authentically, Longoria said in a statement. I am so happy to have two extremely talented and fellow Mexican-Americans on board in these pivotal roles. Jesse and Annie have a deep understanding of our community and will be able to help tell this story of great importance for our culture.
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Flamin Hot has found its stars! Eva Longoria confirmed that Jesse Garcia will play Richard Montanez, the Flamin’ Hot Cheetos creator, and
Gentefied s Annie Gonzalez will play his wife, Judy, in her upcoming feature directorial debut. Well hey you two @jessejohngarcia @annieggonzalez I’m SO excited!! It was so important for me to cast Mexican-American actors in these pivotal roles when telling Richard Montañez’s story authentically, she wrote on Instagram. I’m beyond lucky to be able to work with them in creating this beautiful film! @hotcheetosrpm #FlaminHot.