Diablo
A Film That’s Not Realistic, But Definitely Impressive
Diablo marks the third showdown between Scott Adkins and Marko Zaror. They previously faced off in
Undisputed 3 and Savage Dog. In this latest encounter, their roles are once again clearly defined: Adkins as
the rugged hero, Zaror as the unstoppable force. But who will come out on top this time?
The film opens with Kris (Adkins) being smuggled across the Mexican border. He thinks he’s finally free, but
the moment he sets foot on the other side, the smugglers turn on him and try to rob him. What they don’t
know is that Kris is an ex-con with deadly skills. In a brutal opening sequence, he takes them out with ease —
and the tone for the film is immediately set.
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The production value of Diablo is surprisingly high for a B-movie. With mostly practical sets, minimal CGI, and
plenty of daylight scenes, the action is clear and visually satisfying. The fight scenes are raw, tightly
choreographed, and often beautiful to watch. Blood splatters vividly across the screen, and every punch lands
with weight — exactly what action fans hope for.
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As expected, Adkins delivers. His fighting style is sharp, convincing, and performed with clear joy. But Zaror also
shines. As El Corvo, he exudes menace and cold determination, clearly drawing inspiration from The Terminator.
Several iconic moments are subtly reimagined — like the “I need your car” scene — and a mirror scene
reminiscent of Schwarzenegger’s self-surgery in T1. Zaror brings all this with quiet intensity, making for a truly
memorable villain.
Still, it’s Adkins who remains the moral center of the film. Despite the kidnapping, he ultimately reveals himself to
be the good guy — albeit a hardened one, with some nasty moments of his own. One horror-tinged highlight:
Kris beating a thug with the back end of a fire extinguisher.
After 90 minutes of intense build-up and high-octane action, the finale feels slightly underwhelming. It lacks the
explosive payoff you’d expect after such a solid setup.
But still Diablo is a treat for martial arts action fans. As Scott Adkins himself said on Instagram: “One of my all
time best movies in my humble opinion and a treat for martial arts action fans.”
And we couldn’t agree more. The pacing is tight, the tension is real, and the action rarely lets up.
Kris is on a mission: to kidnap Elisa, the daughter of
gangster Vicente. But Vicente isn't just any target —
he's Kris’s former partner in crime. Kris is driven by
a promise he made to Elisa’s mother, so there’s
more at stake than just revenge or money. At the
same time, assassin El Corvo (Marko Zaror) is
hunting down the same family with deadly intent.
His path quickly collides with Kris’s, leading to an
inevitable confrontation.
