A Fresh Concept

See was created by Steven Knight with a majority of the episodes being directed by Francis Lawrence and Anders Engström. The series stars Jason Momoa, Sylvia Hoeks (Blade Runner 2049), Hera Hilmar, Christian Camargo, Archie Madekwe, Nesta Cooper, and Alfre Woodard (The Gray Man and Luke Cage). The series begins with prescient title cards stating:

“Following the outbreak of a deadly virus in the 21st century, the Earth’s human population was reduced to less than two million. The humans who survived all emerged blind. Now, centuries later, the idea of vision exists only as a myth. To even speak of it is considered heresy.”

See then launches the audience right into their universe with an active birth, an incredible Haka (a Māori ceremony, here led by Momoa), and a wild battle. We quickly see that the people of this dystopian world have reverted to the ways of our tribal hunter-gather ancestors and also medieval societies.

Lawrence (who directed the series premiere) and Engström both stunningly show how this world operates without the use of sight. The little details like the ropes tied around the tops of the villages or the knotted yarn used to send messages give the audience an understanding of how people are functioning in this dystopia. Their cinematography beautifully captures the grand scenery and the intimate scenes between the characters.

Jason Momoa at His Best

Jason Momoa has been attached to some massive projects, such as Aquaman, Game of Thrones, Dune, and the recent Slumberland. Time and time again he has shown that he is exactly what we need in an action star and has quickly grown a list of great roles. But at the top of Jason Momoa’s best performances is his portrayal of Baba Voss in See.

Baba Voss is the Chief of the Alkenny Tribe and the adoptive father of two sighted children. In this role, Momoa shows his range as he has to balance being a father of young adults, a husband, and a brutal warrior. Momoa has beautiful scenes with Archie Madekwe (Kofun), Nesta Cooper (Haniwa), and Hera Hilmar (Maghra Kane) where he shows a gentler side that fans rarely see. Season two of See even finds Momoa fighting Dave Bautista in epic battle sequences that contain some of the best-choreographed fights on television today.

See ended with season three, which concluded on October 14, 2022, begging the question: did the series end well? As we have seen with other shows, it can be hard to give a great story a good conclusion. Although the list of series with finales that were disappointing is always growing, fortunately, See does not need to be added to that list.

Season three brought everything fans loved about the series, with more wild battle scenes and Jason Momoa doing what he does best as the brutal Baba Voss. It continued the story of the characters by bringing their stories to a justifiable close. Characters like Haniwa and Maghra felt like they came full circle and where the stories ended felt like they made sense. Audiences weren’t left questioning the fates of their favorite characters, and it left a satisfying feeling which seems to be becoming harder to do in television.

First Look 

The New Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente King Gold

Hublot and Arturo Fuente, renowned for its premium cigars, have had a fruitful partnership since 2012. Together, they have launched several watch editions and supported charitable initiatives in the Dominican Republic through the Fuente Family Foundation. Today, at the Arturo Fuente Cigar Factory, Hublot unveiled its latest collaborative piece, the Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente King Gold, which celebrates the 25th anniversary of OpusX, a cigar considered to be one of the finest in the world. This sixth Hublot and Arturo Fuente special edition watch is inspired by Carlito Fuente, creator of the Fuente Fuente OpusX brand. It is designed with intricate tobacco-themed accents, subtly reflecting the rich, aroma-filled passion of the Fuente legacy.

The new Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente is presented in a 42mm x 11.9mm case crafted from 18K King Gold, a platinum-enriched gold alloy developed by Hublot. True to the design language of the Classic Fusion Chronograph, the case and bezel feature an interplay of satin-finished and polished surfaces. The lateral protectors, the rectangular chronograph pushers, the fluted crown, and the signature screws deliver a familiar aesthetic. Adding a unique touch to this special edition, the bezel is adorned with laser-engraved tobacco leaves.

The gradient green dial of the Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente features a sunray-patterned finish. Positioned at 3 and 9 o’clock are two subdials – one for the running seconds and the other for chronograph minutes – each with a black centre, encircled by golden outer rings and complemented by small gold-toned hands.

The running seconds subdial hosts the anniversary edition of the OpusX logo in gold and green, set against a black background. Faceted hour and minute hands align with the applied, faceted indices, while the chronograph’s central seconds hand bears Hublot’s distinctive counterweight. A date aperture is located at 6 o’clock, and the minutes/seconds track along the dial’s edge contrasts with its darker part created by the fumé effect, adding depth to the design.

Flip the watch to reveal its solid satin-finished and microblasted caseback, crafted from 18K King Gold. Secured by six signature screws, the caseback features an engraved and lacquered design commemorating the 25th Anniversary of OpusX. The artwork includes Carlito Fuente’s signature at the base, and the image is crowned by a Panama hat – a subtle tribute. The new Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente is powered by the HUB1153 self-winding chronograph calibre (ETA 2892 A2 base), which operates at 28,800 vibrations/hour and provides 48 hours of power reserve.