SpotlightHeroes Of Timekeeping: ‘Justice League’ Stars And Their Watches

The heroes from the DC Comics multiverse will come together this weekend in the season’s most highly anticipated film, Justice League. The DC Comics franchise has not seen phenomenal success from most of its last few releases, though the loyal fan base is all pumped up for the next big superhero movie, because it’s the first ever Justice League film, and boasts of an impressive ensemble cast. The most panned DC film of recent times, Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice was trolled once again, when this year’s box office mega-success, Wonder Woman, made up for the DC franchise’s previous underwhelming performance. Wonder Woman’s overwhelming success, in fact, has people waiting for Justice League with even greater anticipation. While everyone’s excited to see breakout star Gal Gadot reprise her role as the Amazon warrior princess, people are also keen to see Ezra Miller’s turn as Barry Allen, who is the fastest man alive, as The Flash. And apart from Ben Affleck returning as Bruce Wayne/Batman, and Henry Cavill as the resurrecting Clarke Kent/Superman, we have Jason Momoa as Aquaman and Ray Fisher as Cyborg.

These actors and actresses and the supporting cast have been making a mark with their red carpet appearances and promotional events for the film lately. Amidst their promotional stints, photo-calls and being clicked relentlessly by the paparazzi, these stars have made an impression with their wardrobe and accessories, on-screen and off it .Take for instance, Gal Gadot at the 2017 Golden Globe Awards, looking just as stunning as she always does, even with her baby bump. Or let’s go further back to 2016, and talk about Amy Adams in Tom Ford’s Nocturnal Animals, all prim and poised, yet so evocatively real. A part of their performance is bringing their characters alive with every element that goes with the personas they create. In character or as themselves, they create an impact with what they wear and how they wear it.

We’ve been particularly impressed with the watches that these stars have sported in recent times, again, on screen and off. Here are some of the most impressive timepieces seen on the wrists of select stars of the latest big superhero film.

A True Watch Enthusiast: Henry Cavill And His Omega Watches

At the end of The Dawn Of Justice, Superman sacrificed himself in order to defeat the villainous Doomsday. His ‘death’ was unavoidable, and everyone mourned the loss, over a funeral and all. Superman has been ambiguously left out of the Justice League promos, and Clarke Kent just makes an appearance in Lois Lane’s dream sequence in an extended trailer.

However, we all know he will resurrect, because the Justice League isn’t complete without Superman. And everyone knows that, which is why Herny Cavill has been openly presented at the promotional events and appearances. While this time, he is joined by all the others, he’s the star who’s been attached to this franchise longer than any of them. And he’s been making an impression since his appearances for Man Of Steel (2013), his first movie as Superman.

Cavill has consistently impressed us with his choices in watches. While he has showed up occasionally wearing Breitling, he seems to be partial to Omega, making two significant appearances in their watches. At a Man Of Steel press conference in Japan, he was wearing an Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean.

The most distinctive features of this chronograph watch includes the common sub-dial at 3 o’clock for the 60-minute and 12-hour chronograph counters, the date window at 6 o’clock, and the orange accents. This automatic watch in a 45.5mm steel case, with a steel strap, is water resistant to 600m.

At the UK premiere of Man Of Steel in London, Cavill wore a more classical watch from Omega – a De Ville Hour Vision – in the far more opulent rose gold. The 41mm watch runs on an automatic movement and it boasts of an annual calendar, with day and date indication. The sunray finish of the dial beautifully complements the gold hour markers and hands. The brown leather strap goes perfectly with the rose gold.

Fit For A President: Robin Wright And The Cartier Tank

While Wonder Woman slayed the box office and held down the fort for the entire DC motion picture universe, one woman played a significant role in training the Amazon warrior. It was Robin Wright’s General Antiope, Wonder Woman’s aunt who inspired the hero and helped her hone her skills and warrior instinct. While she may not have played a huge role in the film, she made a big impression on DC and Wonder Woman fans, and we know she’ll be back for Justice League.

Robin Wright did a phenomenal job as the general who trained Wonder Woman, just as she delivers a sound and impactful performance as Claire Underwood in House Of Cards, the Netflix series. As Claire Underwood, now the president of the United States, Wright is dignified, and always elegant, whether she’s plotting with her now estranged husband or addressing a press conference. As a part of her look in her always classy ensembles, one can often spot a Cartier Tank Francaise timepiece, an iconic watch that was a perfect choice for ‘Madam President’.

The Watch Guide Recommends: The Cartier Tank Francaise in steel, with a silver dial, which is a slightly dressier watch, featuring 11 diamond hour markers. Powered by a quartz movement, this watch is in a 25.05mm rectangular case, and comes with a sapphire crystal glass and a steel bracelet.

Let’s see if President Claire Underwood continues to wear a Tank in the final season of House Of Cards, most likely taking over the lead role from former co-star, Kevin Spacey.

Watches To Look Out For In Justice League

Now when you go to watch Justice League this weekend or the next, you could look out for these watches that have been worn by the actors. Ben Affleck wears a Breguet Tradition 7047 Fusee Tourbillon, which he has reportedly worn in several parts of the film, as Bruce Wayne.

On the other hand, Ezra Miller seems to be sporting a Casio calculator watch as Barry Allen. The watch worn by Jeremy Irons – who plays Alfred Pennyworth – can’t be seen too clearly in the trailer. It’s possible that he’s wearing the Breitling for Bentley 6.75 Midnight Carbon Limited Edition, which he wore in Batman v Superman.

So there you have it. Happy watch spotting at the movies!

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