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That time Bill Nighy wore ‘computer pajamas’

August 27, 2026

How Davy Jones was brought to life in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest’ thanks to actor Bill Nighy and new VFX innovations from ‪ILM.

It’s the latest episode in our new Great Moments in Effects History series, the accompanying videos to my new book, WOAH! Great Moments in Effects History Vol. 1.

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Music by Matt Estela: https://soundcloud.com/cgwiki

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