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One of the most amazing motion capture performances in movies is Bill Nighy's Davy Jones one. The behind-the-scenes picture shows the extreme difference between the actor's look while filming - covered with motion capture dots and markers - and the final tentacled dread we see on screen. Fans who thought physical effects were used would be shocked to learn his character's unique tentacle beard and otherworldly look were totally computer-generated. Nighy's acting ability is much enhanced by his ability to exude such a dominating and scary presence while sporting what basically is a technical monitoring gear. From this somewhat unglamorous filming reality to Davy Jones's terrifying final appearance, the mid-2000s' amazing development in CGI technology is evident. One of the most unforgettable villains in modern cinema came from this ideal mix of great performance and innovative visual effects.