Flamin' Hot (2023) – Filming Locations
Drama / History · Directed by Eva Longoria · Starring Jesse García, Annie Gonzalez
The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.
Where was Flamin' Hot filmed?
- Los Angeles, United States, Los Angeles – Various scenes depicting the urban setting and Frito-Lay corporate offices. Downtown LA served as the primary filming location for scenes set in the Frito-Lay corporate environment and surrounding urban areas
- Fresno, United States, Fresno – Opening sequences and scenes depicting Richard Montañez's hometown and early life. The Central Valley city where the true story protagonist Richard Montañez grew up, providing authentic local context for the film's biographical narrative
- Bakersfield, United States, Bakersfield – Scenes set at the Frito-Lay plant where Richard works as a janitor. The actual location where Richard Montañez worked at Frito-Lay, providing an authentic backdrop for his workplace journey and innovation