Unraveling the Allegations Against 7M Films and Shekinah Church: A Deep Dive into Manipulation, Exploitation, and Abuse in the TikTok World

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Miranda Derrick is a dancer who was featured in Netflix's docuseries; she married fellow dancer James Derrick after getting engaged in August 2021 and continues to work with 7M Films.
Netflix's docuseries, 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult' highlights manipulation and exploitation in 7M Films and Shekinah Church.
Robert Shinn is the founder of both 7M Films and Shekinah Church, facing allegations of manipulation, emotional and financial exploitation, and sexual abuse.
The allegations against Robert Shinn, 7M Films, and Shekinah Church are serious and require further investigation into manipulation, emotional exploitation, financial fraud, and sexual abuse.
Unraveling the Allegations Against 7M Films and Shekinah Church: A Deep Dive into Manipulation, Exploitation, and Abuse in the TikTok World

Title: Unraveling the Truth Behind the 7M TikTok Cult: A Deep Dive into Manipulation and Allegations

Lead: Netflix's new docuseries, 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult,' has shed light on management company 7M Films and its associated church, Shekinas Church, run by Robert Shinn. The series explores the manipulation and emotional and financial exploitation experienced by some members of the cult. In this article, we delve deeper into the allegations against 7M Films and Shekinah Church.

Paragraph 1: Background Information on 7M Films, Shekinah Church, and Robert Shinn Netflix's docuseries focuses on management company 7M Films and its associated church, Shekinah Church. The series highlights the experiences of individuals like Miranda Derrick who joined the organization after meeting a group of like-minded dancers in Los Angeles. This led her to cut ties with her family. Robert Shinn is the founder of both 7M Films and Shekinah Church. He has been at the center of allegations regarding manipulation, emotional and financial exploitation, and even sexual abuse.

Paragraph 2: Allegations Against Robert Shinn and Shekinah Church Directors Derek Doneen and Jessica Acevedo were unaware of the extent of manipulation experienced by members in the cult. Priscylla and Melanie Lee share allegations of sexual abuse and financial fraud against Shinn, which began before he started working with TikTok dancers.

Paragraph 3: Miranda Derrick's Story Miranda Derrick is a dancer and influencer who was featured in Netflix's docuseries. She was originally part of the Wilking Sisters TikTok with her sister Melanie, but they were estranged after signing with 7M Films and becoming involved with the Shekinah Church. Despite denying being held against her will, Miranda has faced accusations of being controlled by the Shekinah Church and 7M Films. She married fellow dancer James Derrick after getting engaged in August 2021 and continues to work with 7M Films and live in Los Angeles.

Conclusion: The allegations against Robert Shinn, 7M Films, and Shekinah Church are serious and require further investigation. The manipulation, emotional exploitation, financial fraud, and even sexual abuse accusations paint a concerning picture of the organization. As more information comes to light through investigative journalism and documentaries like Netflix's 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult,' it is crucial that individuals are aware of these potential risks.


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Confidence

80%

Doubts
  • Are there any other sides to the story that haven't been addressed?
  • How accurate are the allegations against Robert Shinn, 7M Films, and Shekinah Church?
  • Is it possible that some individuals have misrepresented their experiences with 7M Films and Shekinah Church?

Sources

94%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

'Dancing for the Devil' Is the 'TikTok Cult' Doc You Have to See to Believe

CNET Thursday, 30 May 2024 17:09
  • Unique Points
    • Netflix’s new docuseries, Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult, focuses on management company 7M Films and its associated church, Shekinah Church, run by Robert Shinn.
    • Miranda Derrick joined 7M Films and began following Shinn’s religious teachings after meeting a group of like-minded dancers in Los Angeles. This led her to cut ties with her family.
  • Accuracy
    • Miranda Derrick's family accused 7M and Shekinah Church of being a cult after their lawsuit against the organizations failed.
    • Derrick’s family claimed Derrick blocked them on all social media and that other dancers in her crew could be under Shinn’s influence.
    • Priscylla and Melanie Lee share allegations of sexual abuse and financial fraud against Shinn, which began before he started working with the TikTok dancers.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains several informal fallacies and an appeal to authority. The author uses inflammatory language in describing the allegations against Robert Shinn and Shekinah Church as a 'cult' without providing any evidence to support this claim. The author also quotes others making similar claims, creating an echo chamber effect that reinforces the idea of a cult without providing any concrete evidence. Additionally, the author uses loaded language when describing Shinn as 'the Man of God' and accusing him of requiring 'full physical and economic control' over his followers.
    • The Wilking family’s social media post sparked a domino effect that led to the exit of three dancers from Shekinah and 7M, with the trio joining a new lawsuit against Shinn, claiming abuses of power and cult-like behavior.
    • Robert requires full physical and economic control over Shekinah members.
    • Netflix’s new three-part docuseries, Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult, takes a closer look at Derrick’s journey from small town dancer to social media superstar and digs into the allegations against Shinn, his management firm and Shekinah Church.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

7M TikTok Cult Filmmakers Say Miranda Wilking Knew About Doc

US Magazine Sarah Hearon Thursday, 30 May 2024 15:07
  • Unique Points
    • Directors Derek Doneen and Jessica Acevedo were unaware of the extent of manipulation, emotional and financial, that members experienced in the cult.
    • Priscylla and Melanie Lee share allegations of sexual abuse and financial fraud against Shinn, which began before he started working with the TikTok dancers.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (35%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (95%)
    The article contains some instances of appeals to authority and inflammatory rhetoric, but overall the author's assertions are well-supported by direct quotations from the subjects of the article. No formal fallacies or dichotomous depictions were identified. The author provides clear and concise descriptions of the allegations against Robert Shinn and his organization, 7M.
    • The tactics that Robert uses are not unique to him.
    • In addition to the dancers telling their stories of feeling manipulated emotionally and financially by 7M, sisters Priscylla and Melanie Lee come forward in the film to share their experiences with Shinn that began before he started working with the TikTok dancers.
    • The family would identify where to go by the background of the videos, tracking down water towers or street signs.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Where Is Miranda Derrick Now? All About the TikTok Star at the Center of Netflix's 'Dancing for the Devil'

People Magazine Thursday, 30 May 2024 17:12
  • Unique Points
    • Miranda Derrick is a dancer and influencer who was featured in Netflix’s docuseries ‘Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult.’
    • She was originally part of the Wilking Sisters TikTok with her sister Melanie, but they were estranged after signing with 7M Films and becoming involved with the Shekinah Church.
    • Her family believes she is trapped in a cult, while Robert Shinn, founder of 7M and Shekinah, denies any cult-like activity.
    • Miranda married fellow dancer James Derrick after getting engaged in August 2021. They continue to work with 7M Films and live in Los Angeles.
    • Despite denying being held against her will, Miranda has faced accusations of being controlled by the Shekinah Church and 7M Films.
  • Accuracy
    • Miranda Derrick married James Derrick after getting engaged in August 2021.
    • Miranda's parents have filed reports with various law enforcement agencies to investigate Shinn, but no charges have been filed.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains selective reporting as it only reports details that support the narrative of Miranda being in a cult without providing any counter-evidence or context. For example, it states that 'Melanie recalled getting a DM from James Derrick' but fails to mention that Miranda also reached out to James first. It also implies that Miranda was forced to leave her family and move in with James by stating 'Miranda refused to leave Los Angeles for her father's funeral', but it does not provide any evidence that she was being held against her will. Additionally, the article uses emotional manipulation by describing how Miranda's parents believe she is trapped in a cult and using phrases like 'something more sinister is afoot'.
    • The family grew concerned after several subsequent attempts to reach Miranda went unanswered, eventually calling the police to check on her.
    • Melanie recalled getting a DM from James Derrick, an influential Krump dancer who appeared on NBC’s World of Dance.
    • Miranda refused to leave Los Angeles for her father's funeral.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication