Encapsulating Tarantino's Vision: Awake's Craftsmanship and 'The Deadly Watch' - An Ode to All Things Kill Bill

Awake, a luxury watch brand known for blending cinematic tributes with detailed craftsmanship, releases yet another homage to a cult classic. This time, the tribute is to Quentin Tarantino’s well-loved ‘Kill Bill Vol. 1’. The brand’s ‘The Deadly Watch’ encapsulates a unique interpretation of Tarantino’s visual language through a striking design and intricate hand-lacquered dial.

The watch’s detailed visuals are produced using traditional Vietnamese Són Mài techniques. Each hue used in creating the dial reflects aspects of the film’s color scheme and visual vocabulary. The saturated yellow base mirrors the infamous jumpsuit of the protagonist Beatrix Kiddo, paired with hand-applied red lacquer, alluding to blood splashes. Black outer frames provide a clean finish to the composition.

In sync with the movie theme, the watch incorporates film-specific features such as a katana motif at 6 o’clock and a western-style typeface for the logo. The timepiece flaunts a recycled 316L stainless steel case with maximum water resistance.

Carrying over the powerful symbolism of the jumpsuit, the watch also dons a matte black Barenia calfskin strap complemented by a radiant yellow lining. Bursts of yellow and red stitching serve as crucial details, carefully crafted by French artisans.

Adding an exceptional finishing touch, the caseback is engraved with the model name, brand motto, a movie quote, and the watch’s production number, all using the same western-style font as the dial. A sapphire crystal window reveals the Swiss-made La Joux-Perret G101 automatic caliber within.

With ‘The Deadly Watch’, Awake presents a piece encapsulating leading craftsmanship and a playful yet respectful tribute to a film adored by many. It’s a bold statement piece for movie enthusiasts and timepiece collectors alike, delivering an ultimate blend of hard work, luxury, and nostalgia.