Last Breath

The bell—a pressurised diving capsule suspended outside the ship—is shown descending into the water, coming perilously close to the subsea manifold. To support this high-stakes moment, bridge graphics were designed to visualise the bell’s position relative to the ship and seafloor in real time. These included precise movement indicators and spatial references, helping to build tension and ensure the viewer clearly understood the risk. The design mirrored the technical accuracy expected from real vessel control systems, reinforcing the authenticity of the scene.

The on-screen graphics were designed to depict live data from the ship’s Dynamic Positioning System (DPS). This real-time control system stabilises the vessel’s position and heading during subsea operations by integrating GPS, thruster, and environmental sensor data. When the DPS fails amid severe weather, the interfaces become critical visual anchors—displaying fault diagnostics, positional drift metrics, and system recovery protocols. These screens also integrate ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) camera feeds, providing a cohesive data environment for navigation and rescue coordination. Our design approach balanced technical accuracy with cinematic readability, ensuring the visual language of the DPS screens supported both narrative tension and operational authenticity.