Ernesto Diaz Espinoza, Alanna De La Rossa and Marko Zaror (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images for Grindstone/Lionsgate)

The action feature Diablo, starring Scott Adkins, Marko Zaror, Juan Camilo Castillo, and Alanna De La Rossa, debuted today in theatres and on-demand on iTunes and Amazon. Ahead of the highly anticipated film release was an exclusive VIP screening, hosted by Grindstone Entertainment Group and Highlightstar, held on June 12th in Santa Monica, California at Lionsgate Screening Room. 

Social media sensation and multi-talented actor-comedian Francisco Carrillo, widely recognized as "CiscoKid", made his executive producer debut with DIABLO, in partnership with his management company Highlightstar, and Grindstone Entertainment Group. The film was executive produced by Highlightstar, the social media company led by CEO Bill Shadorf and Carrillo, and was directed by Ernesto Diaz Espinoza.

Bill Shadorf, Stan Wertlieb, Francisco Carrillo (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images for Grindstone/Lionsgate)

Notables and talent in attendance at the screening included Diablo stars Marko Zaror, Alanna De La Rossa, executive producers Francisco Carrillo, Bill Shadorf and Stan Wertlieb, Ernesto Diaz Espinoza, producers Clay Epstein, Alberto Portillo, Nicolas Troya, Alvaro Gutierrez. Laysla De Oliveira (Paramount Plus’ Lioness), Jonathan Keltz, Callie Rose Deets (Griselda), J.Valentino, Jairo Orozco, director James Madigan, Jason Gurvitz, Lola Manzini, Blanca Blanco, Toma founder Manolo Vergara, Nick Nayersina, DJ Steven Franz, Alberto Portillo, Chimechi Oparanozie, Druscilla Delgado, Fabian Alomar, Fernanda Urrejola, Carlos Ayala, music artist Michelangelo Falcon, Jose “Conejo” Martin, Oksana Orlan, Logan Winter, Maria Y Laura Estrada, Natalie Burn, DJ Adel Nur,  Sakenah Samarah, Sam Shadorf, Arturo Arevalo, Sloan Waltz, Thali Garcia, Livia Pillmann, Alex Ordonez, Daniela Aita, Constanza and Daniela Palavecino, Charis Michelson, Cass Cardelle, Megha Bajaj, Skyler Aboujaoude, DJ Sebastian Topete, Christopher Romero, Sergio Farias, Violet Vanalden, Aaliyah Sheika, Poppy-Coco Fava, Ana Torres, Angel Rodriguez, Sakenah Samarah, Alfredo Vivar, among others. 

l-r Ernesto Diaz Espinoza, Stan Wertlieb, Francisco Carrillo, Nick Nayersina, Marko Zaror, Jason Gurvitz, Bill Shadorf, Nico Trya, Alanna De La Rossa, Alvaro Gutierrez and Clay Epstein (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images for Grindstone/Lionsgate)

“Diablo is non-stop action with powerful performances from Scott, Marko, and Alanna. Highlightstar social media's reach with Bill Shadorf and Francisco will garner the marker awareness that this film deserves,” says Stan Wertlieb, Grindstone Entertainment Group.

Bill Shadorf, CEO of Highlightstar, expressed his full for Castillo’s new role, commenting, “We are thrilled to see Francisco take on the role of executive producer. His unique background as a trend-setting influencer and actor brings a fresh, innovative vision to storytelling. Diablo is poised to captivate audiences worldwide, and Francisco is ready to make a lasting impact on the film industry by showcasing his talents beyond the digital world.”

Highlightstar is a collaboration between traditional production and distribution companies and the creator economy, which is transforming the entertainment landscape. By working together, the company is elevating the future of entertainment, drawing on the expertise of experienced Hollywood professionals, strategic marketers, and influential creators, revolutionizing the way stories are told and experienced.

TOMA Empanadas by Sofia and Manolo Vergara, as well as Wavers by David Dobrik’s The Original Doughbrik's Snacks were served at the reception prior to the film.

Now available on Amazon Prime and iTunes:

Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.df3a9d05-767e-4e6e-a7dd-959f86b6aa36?autoplay=0&ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb

Apple iTunes: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/diablo/umc.cmc.4eti20ks7esu5zql0y8ttyjl3?action=play

Instagram: @highlightstaragency @Kennalovescisco @diablothemovie @Lionsgate

(Photos by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images for Grindstone/Lionsgate)