Poor Things : Teamwork, shared responsibility and experiences in costume realization in Hungary.

This article focuses on the collaborative costume design process behind the film *Poor Things*, highlighting the significant contributions of Hungarian professionals amid challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Costume designer Holly Waddington led a multinational team, including key Hungarian crew members—assistant costume designer Timea Luzsi, costume maker Fábián Kis Juhász, and costume coordinator Zoé Nemes—whose interviews reveal the complexities of their roles, the film's blend of historical inspiration with contemporary and sci-fi elements, and logistical difficulties such as material shortages and nationality quotas. The film's costuming, noted for its creative departure from strict Victorian accuracy, was integral to its genre-defying narrative and visual storytelling. The article also sheds light on Hungary's growing film industry and the often underrecognized expertise of its artisans in international productions.