Sermon of the Serpent (2014)

Sermon of the Serpent

2014

Documentary

Synopsis

In southern West Virginia, Pastor Mack Wolford leads one of the few remaining snake handling churches in the United States. His family is deeply tied to the faith. Mack was a child when he lost his father to a rattlesnake bite during a church service. This 15 minute documentary takes an atmospheric storytelling approach to illustrate the faith, beauty and sacrifice of Pastor Wolford's beliefs. The preacher is fully aware of the dangers of handling venomous snakes. He and his family are willing to stake their lives on their faith.

Credits

Director

Mark Brown

Cast

Andrew Hamblin as Pastor

Chris Wolford as Mack's brother

Mack Wolford as Pastor

Robin Vanover as Mack's sister

Vicie Hicks Haywood as The mother

Crew

Mark Brown (Cinematography)

Mark Brown (Editor)