Escaping Twin Flames is an American true crime television documentary series, directed by Cecilia Peck. It explores the world of Twin Flames Universe, a cult run by Shaleia and Jeff Divine.
| Escaping Twin Flames | |
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| Genre | Documentary |
| Directed by | Cecilia Peck |
| Music by | Daniel Lessner |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 3 |
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| Cinematography | Matthew Chavez |
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| Running time | 57-58 minutes |
| Production company | Good Caper Content |
| Original release | |
| Network | Netflix |
| Release | November 8, 2023 |
It was released on November 8, 2023, on Netflix.
Premise
editThe series explores the world of Twin Flames Universe, a cult run by Shaleia and Jeff Divine, featuring interviews with former members, exploring allegations of coercive control, indoctrination and abuse.[1]
Episodes
edit| No. | Title | Directed by | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Smoke & Mirrors" | Cecilia Peck | November 8, 2023 |
| 2 | "Playing With Fire" | Cecilia Peck | November 8, 2023 |
| 3 | "Up in Flames" | Cecilia Peck | November 8, 2023 |
Production
editFollowing the release of Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult, Cecilia Peck and Inbal B. Lessner were flooded with messages regarding other cults and control groups, with Peck and Lessner urged to expose Twin Flames Universe.[2] The filmmakers reached out to Shaleia and Jeff Divine for comment, who declined.[3] Former members sent Peck and Lessner footage of classes, documents, and photos, and a hard drive which included the most incriminating material.[4]
Reception
editCritical reception
editOn the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 5 critics' reviews are positive.[5]
References
edit- ^ White, Peter (October 4, 2023). "Dating Cult Twin Flames Docuseries Finds Love At Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Richards, Amanda (October 4, 2023). "'Escaping Twin Flames' Is a Sinister Love Story for the Digital Age". Netflix. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Adams, Abigail (October 17, 2023). "Netflix's Twin Flames Universe Doc Sets Out to Expose 'Exploitation' of Those Looking for Love: See Trailer". People. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
- ^ Or-El, Ayala (January 21, 2024). "'Escaping Twin Flames' Director and Producer On Bravery In Admitting Cult Participation [Interview]". Collider. Retrieved March 8, 2024.
- ^ "Escaping Twin Flames: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved March 8, 2024.