The Jolo Serpent Handlers

41m
Documentary
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An in-depth portrait of a snake cult in Jolo, W. Va. Depicts a snake hunt in the mountains, two serpent-handling services, and a prayer vigil for a victim of a snake bite. Includes discussions with church members who explain their reasons for handling serpents and the persecutions they have suffered.

Cast

Dewey Chafin
Himself
Bob Elkins
Himself
Barbara Elkins
Herself
Hope Endicott
Herself

Crew

Karen Kramer
Director
Judith Sobol
Editor
Ting Barrow
Cinematography
Karen Kramer
Producer

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