Hispanos USA "Carlos Mencia

Carlos Solis goes inside HBO's "Mind of Mencia", the well known comedian Carlos Mencia, who is now taking over the Hollywood scene with Ben Stiller's movie, The Heartbreak Kid.

Paramount and DreamWorks Pictures present THE HEARTBREAK KID, Based on the Short Story “A Change of Plan” by Bruce Jay Friedman Directed by Peter Farrelly and Bobby Farrelly.

Synopsis

The Farrellys turned to comedian Carlos Mencia for the role of Tito Hernandez, a free-spirited hotel employee.

“We needed a guy who sold the Mexican flavor,” says Bobby Farrelly. “He’s got so much energy and bravado, and he really knocked it out of the park for us.”

For his part, Mencia says he wasn’t sold right away.

“It’s very embarrassing for me to be this person. But they liked my flavor. And once they showed me how much money I would make I said holy— I would love to be in it!”

Stiller found himself calling Mencia by his character’s name, Tito, even when the cameras weren’t rolling. “He’s got this incredible wig and a huge moustache. When he puts it on I feel like he’s another person. He’ll show up to the set as Carlos Mencia, and then when he comes out to the scene, it’s like Uncle Tito’s here. Uncle Tito’s in the house.”

The original film, made in 1972, was based on a short story by Bruce Jay Friedman adapted by Neil Simon and starring Charles Grodin and Cybill Shepherd. Watch the movie october 5, 2007

THE BOTTOM LINE

Single and indecisive, Eddie (Ben Stiller) begins dating the incredibly sexy and seemingly fabulous Lila.
Upon the urging of his father and best friend, Eddie proposes to her after only a week, fearing this may be his last chance at love, marriage, and happiness.

However, while on their honeymoon in sunny Mexico, Lila reveals her true beyond-awful nature and Eddie meets Miranda, the woman he realizes to be his actual soul mate.

Eddie must keep his new, increasingly horrid wife at bay as he attempts to woo the girl of his dreams.

Cast: Ben Stiller, Michelle Monaghan, Malin Akerman, Jerry Stiller, Rob Corddry, Carlos Mencia, Scott Wilson, Danny McBride, Polly Holliday

Eddie [Ben Stiller] interacting with Tito [Carlos Mencia]
on the set of The Heartbreak Kid

The Interview::

CS: Carlos Solis
CM: Carlos Mencia

CS: Hola Carlos Catracho?
CM: WOW, no one had called me that in a long time!

CS: How are you?
CM: Excellent, enjoying life.

CS: Do you prefer English or Spanish to conduct this interview.
CM: Either, lo que tu quieras!

CS: Where are you now?
CM: Los Angeles CA

CS: How old were you when you immigrated to the United States?
CM: 7 months. My family moved here from Honduras since then.

CS: En que otros lugares has vivido entonces?
CM: En Mexico and Honduras for a little while, both before I turned 18.

CS: How did you become such a famous comedian?
CM: Making people laugh-its my rush.

CS: You have been on HBO for a while, how long in the industry?
CM: 17 years, doing stand up comedy.

CS: And, so, now entering Hollywood with your acting skills right?
CM: Yes, this movie has opened a new door for me.

CS: Asi que es posible que Latinos actuen en Hollywood?
CM: That’s right! Porsupuesto my friend-it is wide open.

CS: Any good folks you consider friends over there?
CM: Paul Rodriguez is one I can count on...among others

CS: Where was most of the film made then?
CM: In wonderful CABO SAN LUCAS,
did not want to come back, I tell you that much

CS: And, how is it to work with Ben?
CM: Well, you know, he is a blast, a real fun but serious guy.

CS: What part do you play in the film?
CM: Uncle Tito, a free-spirited hotel employee.

CS: Who's uncle are you anyway? in the movie I mean!
CM: Well, good question, anybody's I guess.

CS: Any other movie projects out there?
CM: Yeah.. talking with Lions Gate and reviewing other scripts

CS: Congrats on a job well done, you're a fantastic comedian
CM: Gee, thanks!

CS: How about a book?
CM: Yes. I may consider that, down the road

CS: I know it would be a "Best Seller" in Latin America as well.
CM: At the moment I am also planning to tour south of the border

CS: I really like that idea, you showing latinos it is possible.
CM: Can I thank my fans around the world for their strong support.
CS: Of course!!!
CM: Thank you fans-you're the best !

CS: I just watched the trailer and I did not see you much in there?
CM: Yes, you are right, it will be a big suprise, like a mistery.

CS: So people will want to come see you more?
CM: Definitivamente!

CS: Your birthday is coming up soon, where will you be october 22nd?
CM: Las Vegas

CS: See you there, then!
CM: That's right, party on my friend, I will see you there!