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Pirates of the Caribbean: Actual World-Building Done Right?

Okay, so I know it's a Disney movie and all, and probably not what you'd immediately think of when talking about sci-fi/fantasy world-building, but hear me out! I was rewatching "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" the other day (yeah, I know, guilty pleasure!), and I realized how much I appreciate the little details they crammed into that world. It's not just 'pirates,' it's a specific vision of pirates WITH undead lore baked in. Think about it: the rules for the cursed pirates are actually consistent. Moonlight reveals their skeletal forms, they can't feel pain, they can operate underwater... it's all established through visuals and dialogue without feeling like a massive info dump. And the whole concept of Bootstrap Bill owing a debt to Davy Jones that passed to his son? Damn, that's good character-driven world-building! Makes you really feel the weight of their choices. Even the way they portray the Royal Navy versus the pirates feels distinct. The Navy is all rigid rules and powdered wigs (and kind of clueless, let's be honest), while the pirates have their own code, even if it's a little looser. Jack Sparrow's brand of chaotic good works PERFECTLY in that context. It all contributes to this really lived-in feel, like there's a whole history and culture bubbling beneath the surface. Maybe I'm overthinking a pirate movie, but I think it's a great example of how to build a believable world, even if it IS about reanimated skeletons plundering gold. What do you guys think? Any other "unexpected" movies that you think nail the world-building aspect?

kevinmovies
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