Flamin' Hot

PG-13

Released Jun 2, 2023

2 hr. 9 min.

Comedy

Drama

Biography

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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.

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Critics Consensus

Flamin' Hot may have a little more than its share of empty calories, but this fun feel-good story is still a decent cinematic snack.

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Audience Consensus

Flamin' Hot is an inspirational -- and funny -- underdog story that should resonate with anyone who's ever had a dream.

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Marja

Loved it! Such a heartfelt and inspiring movies. Annie Gonzalez was amazing

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/07/23

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Rick L

I thoroughly enjoyed Flamin' Hot. We got to see a side of Latino culture not usually depicted and how it burst onto the American food scene, altering both forever. It was uplifting and thought provoking and definitely worth the time and money.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/06/23

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Gareth D

Funny, sweet, inspirational - pretty straight forward movie.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/29/24

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JonNookI

I'm on a journey to watch all of the 2024 Oscar nominations, and next up on my list was Flamin' Hot, a biopic about the man who invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos... Or at least says he did, as there is no real life evidence that he actually did create the famous snack, which makes this film not really a biopic but more of a fiction story that Richard Montañez (The main character) told everyone was true, which was enough for Searchlight Pictures to make a movie about him. For those reasons I had to lower it by a half star, as if it was a true story it would likely be a 2 1/2 star film. Flamin' Hot is a feel-good film that can be funny at times, but for the most part is just a boring film that feels like it goes on forever. This film is only 99 minutes long, but it felt like at least 130 minutes long because it was so slow and boring, and for the most part, wasn't very compelling. Overall, the movie is fine, and I bet there would be a lot of people out there that find it funny and engaging, but for me, it really didn't work.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

03/23/24

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Spike G

A decent fun biopic.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/12/24

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SkyRo P

#MovieReview #Hulu #FlaminHot After delaying watching it for some time, I finally decided to give "Flamin Hot" a chance, especially upon learning that it was based on a true story. The film follows a Mexican man without a college or high school diploma, relying on street smarts and involvement in gangs and drug dealing. It delves into the creation of Flamin' Hot Cheetos, Flamin' Hot Popcorn, and Flamin' Hot Doritos. Despite minimal character development beyond the protagonist and Clarence, the storytelling sheds light on the struggles faced by the man due to his Mexican heritage. It's a light-hearted, comedic autobiography that manages to keep you engaged. While the supporting characters lack depth, they fulfill their roles adequately. Overall, I found it to be an intriguing watch, offering insights into the history of Flamin' Hot Cheetos. It's definitely worth checking out for a unique and educational viewing experience.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

04/14/24

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Eva Longoria

Director

Jesse Garcia

Richard Montañez

Annie Gonzalez

Judy Montañez

Emilio Rivera

Vacho Montañez

Dennis Haysbert

Clarence C. Baker

Tony Shalhoub

Roger Enrico

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Kimber Myers

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[Flamin' Hot] is not a slog, but it’s surprisingly bland for a movie about a snack that is supposed to be painfully spicy.

Rated: C-

Jun 27, 2023

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Adam Mullins-Khatib

Chicago Reader

Despite the spicy subject matter, Flamin’ Hot is a run-of-the-mill biopic.

Jun 17, 2023

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Wenlei Ma

News.com.au

We all want to feel as appreciated as we know we should be. It’s why these types of movies hit that warm-and-fuzzy spot, even when they’re little more than serviceable and enjoyable.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 16, 2023

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Mini Anthikad-Chhibber

The Hindu

For her debut as a director, Eva Longoria chooses a heart-warming assertion of the reality of dreams coming true.

Aug 19, 2023

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Zach Pope

Zach Pope Reviews

Top to Bottom the film will put a smile on your face

Rated: B+

Jul 22, 2023

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Michael Cook

KARK-TV

Director Eva Longoria has a good eye for comedy. It gets a little sentimental and a little hokey at times, but I still enjoyed this movie

Rated: 8/10

Jul 21, 2023

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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.

Director: Eva Longoria
Executive Producer: David Kern, Samuel Rodriguez
Screenwriter: Linda Yvette Chávez, Lewis Colick
Distributor: Searchlight Pictures
Production Co: Fox Searchlight Pictures, Franklin Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Brief Drug Material)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 2, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 9, 2023
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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