Something seems fishy about this whole situation, does it not? Can it all be some twisted publicity plot by the powers that be? Just asking…
Miranda Derrick, featured in the Netflix docuseries “Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult,” has recently voiced concerns over her safety following the documentary’s release. In an Instagram video, Derrick disclosed that she and her husband James have experienced increased threats and harassment, including being followed and receiving hate mail and death threats.
The three-episode series, which debuted on May 29, delves into a group of TikTok dancers who are part of what they believed was a talent management company named 7M. The focus is on Derrick, who is estranged from her family as they strive to extricate her from the organization. The series also profiles Robert Shinn, the leader of 7M and an invite-only church known as Shekinah, who describes himself as a “man of God.” Ex-members like Priscylla Lee, who is currently suing Shinn and other members of Shekinah, provide heartfelt accounts of their experiences and the emotional toll of their involvement.
Miranda Derrick Says Her Family Has Received Death Threats Following Dancing for the Devil Documentary Release https://t.co/ikfMDWmcZY via @people
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In her video, Derrick expressed how the exposure from the documentary has paradoxically made her feel less secure. “Before this documentary, my husband and I felt safe. Now, we feel like our lives have been put in danger,” she stated. She shared screenshots of the disturbing messages she has received, including threats of physical violence.
Despite these challenges, Derrick blamed her family for partaking in the documentary, questioning their intentions and the impact on their relationship. She noted, “I don’t understand how my parents and my sister thought that this documentary would help me or our relationship in any way.” Her sister, Melanie Wilking, along with their parents, appear to have hoped that the documentary would facilitate Derrick’s separation from the group and lead to a family reconciliation.
🔔| TikToker star Miranda Derrick claims her ‘life is in danger’ following release of Dancing for the Devil Netflix dochttps://t.co/mdohkIYupj
— Tyla (@Tyla) June 11, 2024
Towards the end of the series, it is revealed that Derrick and her family have started to mend their relationship and have been communicating more regularly. However, Derrick suggested that the documentary might jeopardize this progress. She reflected on the positive moments spent with her family over the past years, emphasizing the strain the series has placed on continuing these interactions. “This documentary has made it very difficult to continue doing that,” she remarked.
Derrick concluded her video by acknowledging her recent absence from social media and promising to engage more as she navigates these challenges, expressing gratitude towards her supporters.
This scene was so heartbreaking to watch #DancingForTheDevil pic.twitter.com/1sVxS7ENm0
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The series itself has reached a wide audience, with streaming data from Luminate indicating that “Dancing for the Devil” was watched by approximately 4.4 million viewers in the week following its release. Netflix has also announced plans to submit the documentary for consideration at the upcoming News & Documentary Emmy Awards.
“Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult” has clearly had a significant impact, not only on viewers but also on the lives of those featured in the series, bringing to light the complex dynamics of family, media exposure, and personal safety.
Key Points:
i. Miranda Derrick, featured in the Netflix docuseries “Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult,” shared concerns about her safety following the documentary’s release, citing increased threats and harassment.
ii. The series exposes a group of TikTok dancers involved with 7M, initially believed to be a talent management company, but revealed to have cult-like characteristics under leader Robert Shinn.
iii. Derrick claims that the exposure from the documentary has led to significant personal threats, including being followed and receiving violent messages.
iv. Despite initial signs of reconciliation with her family shown in the documentary, Derrick criticizes her family’s participation in the film, suggesting it has strained their relationship further.
v. The docuseries has reached a significant audience, with approximately 4.4 million viewers in the first week post-release, and Netflix plans to submit it for Emmy consideration.
Kirk Volo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
