Unveiling the new UR-150 Scorpion.
Presented in a rounded case, this watch marks a new technical breakthrough in satellite hour complications. Its nickname comes from the 240-degree trajectory of the minute sector (versus 120 degrees in all previous versions of the retrograde minutes indication scale), which resembles the tail of a scorpion ready to strike. This symbolism is reinforced by the retrograde minute hand, which resets in just one hundredth of a second.
We used our motion control robot to film the watch in our studio. This allowed us to work with light and framing directly on the real product, as a basis for creating certain shots in CGI. The entire studio setup was meticulously recreated in 3D to ensure the renders matched the live-action footage perfectly — can you tell them apart? - This approach enabled us to produce extreme close-up shots as well as shots from beneath the glass, something that would be impossible to achieve in a real shoot.
Motion design plays a crucial role in this film. It highlights the evolution of the watch, whose minute scale now spans a 240° sector — twice that of previous models. It also provides essential information throughout the film, helping to explain the unique way this timepiece displays the time.
