2nd Chance
2nd Chance

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2nd Chance

2024
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Thai

On his first day of university, Typhoon (aka Phoon) runs into his old high school crush Dan. He assumes his crush is one sided, but is it?

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users62%
Director: Ramin BahraniGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

A documentary exploring the controversial rise and fall of Richard Montañez, the former Frito-Lay executive who claimed to have invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos. The film questions the validity of his claims, presenting interviews with former employees and evidence that challenges his narrative.

Critical Reception

The documentary received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its investigative approach and the compelling nature of the story it uncovers. However, some reviews noted that the film sometimes felt repetitive and could have delved deeper into certain aspects of the controversy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thorough investigation into the Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin story.

  • Applauded for challenging established narratives and presenting a well-researched counter-argument.

  • Some found the pacing and depth of certain segments to be lacking.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with many appreciating the film's attempt to uncover the truth behind the Flamin' Hot Cheetos myth. Some viewers expressed disappointment that Montañez's story might not be entirely accurate, while others found the documentary insightful.

Fun Fact

The documentary directly confronts Richard Montañez's claims after years of the Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin story being widely accepted and even celebrated.

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