NEON has solidified its reputation as a powerhouse for independent cinema by securing the U.S. rights to Jeff Nichols’ upcoming Southern gothic horror film, King Snake. This acquisition marks a significant reunion for Nichols and NEON, further cementing the studio’s commitment to visionary directors who favor atmospheric, character-driven storytelling. Starring Margaret Qualley, Michael Shannon, and Drew Starkey, the project is already generating substantial buzz as principal photography commences this month in Arkansas. The film is being fully financed by FilmNation Entertainment, with Nichols producing alongside his longtime collaborators Brian Kavanaugh-Jones and Sarah Green under their Tri-State Pictures banner. The narrative of King Snake leans into the eerie, shadow-drenched traditions of the Southern gothic genre. It centers on a young couple, played by Qualley and Starkey, who find themselves the inheritors of an Arkansas farm that is far from a pastoral retreat. As they n...