Limited-Edition Ventura Watches for ‘Dune: Part Two’ by Hamilton
In a collaboration that bridges the gap between cinematic art and horological precision, Hamilton has unveiled a duo of watches inspired by the highly anticipated film “Dune: Part Two,” directed by Denis Villeneuve. This partnership marks a fascinating intersection of storytelling and craftsmanship, creating timepieces that are not just accessories but pieces of cinematic history wearable on your wrist.
The narrative of this collaboration began when Villeneuve and his prop master, Doug Harlocker, envisioned a timepiece that would resonate with the otherworldly essence of Arrakis, the desert planet at the heart of the “Dune” saga. Hamilton, with its storied history of appearing in over 500 films, was the natural choice for this endeavor. The outcome of this collaboration was the conceptual “Desert Watch,” a prop designed exclusively for the native inhabitants of Arrakis, the Fremen. Although this particular watch remains within the fictional universe, it has inspired two limited-edition watches that bring a piece of Arrakis to our Earth.
The first of these is the Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition. This quartz-powered analog watch encapsulates the mystique of Arrakis with blue lines on its black dial that not only reference the iconic blue eyes of the Fremen but also illuminate at the touch of a button, mimicking the glow of the Arrakis night. Encased in black PVD-coated stainless steel, this timepiece str...
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