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Deep Dive: Alabama Snake (2020)

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Alabama Snake
In 1991, Glenn Summerford, a Pentecostal minister in Scottsboro, Alabama, was accused of attempting to murder his wife, Darlene, using a rattlesnake during a church service. The case drew significant attention and led to a sensational trial that engaged the local community and raised questions about faith and justice in Southern Appalachia. The documentary examines the cultural context surrounding the trial and its impact on the residents of the region. It addresses the intense beliefs within the Pentecostal faith and how this notorious case shaped community identity and perceptions of justice in the area.

Why Watch

  • •See Glenn Summerford's shocking trial in Scottsboro.
  • •Meet the residents affected by the rattlesnake case.
  • •Find out about intense Pentecostal beliefs in Alabama.

Did You Know

•Glenn Summerford was accused of attempted murder in 1991.
•The trial captivated the local community in Scottsboro, Alabama.
•The case involved the use of a rattlesnake during a church service.
•The documentary runs for 85 minutes.

Perfect For

True crime fansPentecostal faith studiesSouthern Appalachian culture