S5E2 - Shonta Hylton - Sinners - The Power of Persistence

Your hosts, Heather Elaine Abbott & Zoey Danielson, are back with another behind-the-scenes deep dive, this time with Shonta Hylton, the Set Costumer who helped bring the rich, lived-in world of Ryan Coogler’s Oscar-winning film, Sinners, to life.

From timeless hats and sleek silk dresses to the countless details audiences never notice but always feel, Shonta helped keep the world of Sinners looking seamless in every scene. In this episode, Zoey & Heather explore the art of set costuming, discuss the collaboration required to maintain a film’s visual authenticity, and hear stories from the set of one of 2025's most celebrated films. Along the way, Shonta shares insights into her career, her creative process, and what it takes to protect your on-set transportation...even from the top-billed cast!

You can keep up with Shonta Hylton's work on her IMDB. 

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