Citizen Aqualand: The Big Blue Legend Watch
A legendary watch for a cult film
Le Grand Bleu, directed by Luc Besson in 1988, is much more than a cinematic masterpiece. It's a deeply sensory, poetic, marine work. And at the heart of this emotional plunge is Enzo Molinari (played by Jean Reno), a strong, wholehearted character with a passion for the sea... and a watch with a cult following: the Citizen Aqualand.
Today, this watch is a symbol for all lovers of diving, cinema and vintage watchmaking. At Montres & Vintage, we tell you why this timepiece continues to fascinate.
Citizen Aqualand JP2000-08E: A Revolution on the Wrist
When the Citizen Aqualand was introduced in the 1980s, it was a game-changer. It was one of the first watches to integrate an electronic depth gauge directly into the case. A technical feat that makes it unique, robust and above all reliable - even in the abyss.
Technical specifications :
Digital depth sensor up to 80 m
Rapid ascent alert
Integrated chronograph
Stainless steel case
Polyurethane strap
Watertightness 200 m
It's not there for show. It's a real tool-watch, designed for professional divers like Enzo.
Enzo and his Aqualand: A stage, an icon
In The Big Blue Bus, Enzo Molinari is an extraordinary diver. Attached to his Sicilian roots, proud, but also deeply human. His Citizen Aqualand is more than just a film prop. It embodies his visceral relationship with the sea, his technical skills and his quest to surpass himself.
The watch is present in several key scenes, notably during freediving competitions. It becomes an extension of its character, a visual signature for enthusiasts who missed nothing of this tribute to the underwater world.
Why is the Citizen Aqualand so sought-after today?
Vintage watch collectors and enthusiasts actively seek it out for three reasons:
Her role in cinema: she's inseparable from the world of Le Grand Bleu.
Avant-garde technology for its time: one of the first watches to feature a digital depth gauge.
Its retro, utilitarian look: the true allure of divers in the 80s and 90s.
It's a watch charged with nostalgia, but also an affordable collector's item, with real technical utility even today.
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At Montres & Vintage, we understand this research and regularly offer revised, authenticated and guaranteed models directly inspired by this marine legend.
And today? A watch with a cult following
Citizen has kept the Aqualand range alive. From the original JP2000 to modern models, the brand remains faithful to the spirit of Jean Reno's iconic model. Today's versions retain the essentials: sturdiness, functionality and authenticity.
If you're looking for a vintage watch with meaning, soul and history... the Citizen Aqualand is for you.
Where can I buy a vintage Citizen Aqualand?
On our Montres-et-Vintage.fr website, we offer carefully selected vintage models, including the famous Citizen Aqualand JP2000, overhauled by our experts. Each piece comes with a certificate of authenticity, warranty and secure shipping.
Conclusion: A cult watch, a living legend
Worn by Enzo Molinari in one of French cinema's most iconic films, the Citizen Aqualand is much more than a diving instrument: it's a piece of collective memory, a symbol of exploration, passion and authenticity.
If you're passionate about vintage watches and cinema, this piece deserves a special place in your collection.
