Costume designer emphasizes impactful character looks in Zambia

Costume designer Estelle Don Banda discussed her work on the film "On Becoming a Guinea Fowl," focusing on creating impactful looks for each character. The film explores Zambian funeral traditions, limiting characters to one outfit, which reflects their personalities and family roles. For example, Shula's cousin Nsansa wears a colorful top to express rebellion, contrasting with the more conservative attire of Shula's mother and aunts. Shula herself is dressed in a pajama top to show her discomfort with the funeral process. Don Banda also designed a unique dress for Shula, inspired by Missy Elliott, using umbrella material for texture. This dress symbolizes Shula's trauma and adds a layer of dark humor to the film.