Los Angeles, California – The Netflix docuseries “Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult” sheds light on the mysterious case of Miranda Derrick, a dancer and TikTok star with over 2 million followers. The series delves into the story of several dancers who were once signed with the management company 7M Films before signing onto a 2023 lawsuit against 7M Films and its owner, Robert Shinn, along with former members of Shinn’s controversial Shekinah Church.
Miranda Derrick, along with her sister Melanie Wilking, gained attention after their family made allegations in a video posted on Instagram in 2022, accusing 7M of exerting unhealthy control over its dancers. As the storyline unfolds, Melanie Wilking and her parents, Kelly and Dean, participated in the documentary, shedding light on the family dynamics and concerns surrounding Miranda’s involvement with 7M.
The series explores the journey of Miranda and Melanie, who started dancing together as children and grew their social media presence on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Despite their success, allegations of control and manipulation within 7M Films surfaced, leading to a rift between Miranda and her family.
In response to her family’s accusations of being trapped in a cult, Miranda Derrick defended her choices in a TikTok video, explaining that personal disagreements, rather than influence from 7M, were the cause of her strained relationship with her family. The ongoing legal battles and controversies surrounding 7M Films and the Shekinah Church have further complicated the narrative, painting a complex picture of control and exploitation within the entertainment industry.
Despite the conflicting accounts and legal disputes, the director of “Dancing for the Devil” reveals that Miranda Derrick continues to work with 7M, maintaining a relationship with her family amidst the ongoing turmoil. The series raises questions about power dynamics, manipulation, and the blurred lines between personal choice and external influence in the world of social media and entertainment.