Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe
Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe is an 2023 American true crime documentary series directed and produced by Marina Zenovich. It explores the world of Twin Flames Universe, a cult run by Jeff and Shaleia Divine.
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| Genre | Documentary |
| Directed by | Marina Zenovich |
| Music by | Ariel Marx |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 3 |
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| Producer | Hattie Bridges Webb |
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| Running time | 40-50 minutes |
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| Original network | Amazon Prime Video |
| Original release | October 6, 2023 |
It premiered on October 6, 2023, on Amazon Prime Video.
Premise
Based on reporting by Alice Hines for Vanity Fair, the series explores the world of Twin Flames Universe, a cult run by Jeff and Shaleia Divine. Promising to match members with their perfect partners, former members describe extreme lengths they have taken in order to match with their partner.[1][2][3]
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original air date |
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| 1 | "Welcome to the Party" | Marina Zenovich | October 6, 2023 |
| 2 | "Matchmakers" | Marina Zenovich | October 6, 2023 |
| 3 | "Two Halves of The Same Soul" | Marina Zenovich | October 6, 2023 |
Production
The series went through extensive research and fact checking to prevent potential legal action.[4] Producers attempted to reach out to Jeff and Shaleia Divine for comment, however, they declined.[5]
In June 2022, it was announced Amazon Prime Video had greenlit an untitled documentary series revolving around the Twin Flames Universe, based upon reporting for Vanity Fair by Alice Hines.[6] In August 2023, it was announced the series had been titled Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe.[7]
References
- Hines, Alice (December 3, 2020). ""Everywhere I Went, They Went With Me, Because They Were on My Phone": Inside the Always Online, All-Consuming World of Twin Flames Universe". Vanity Fair. Archived from the original on March 28, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
- Ford, Rebecca (September 26, 2023). "Twin Flames Docuseries Dives Deeper Into Couple Behind Matchmaking Cult". Vanity Fair. Archived from the original on October 7, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
- "Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe". Amazon MGM Studios. Archived from the original on October 7, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
- Morfoot, Addie (October 6, 2023). "Marina Zenovich Talks Twin Flames Universe and the Possibility of Taking Down the Alleged Love Cult". Variety. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
- Zoronosa, Laura (October 6, 2023). "The Story Behind the Docuseries Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe". Time. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
- Aurthur, Kate (June 13, 2022). "Amazon Orders Untitled Twin Flames Universe Docuseries (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on September 21, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
- Franklin, McKinley (August 31, 2023). "Twin Flames Universe Docuseries Premiere Date, Title Unveiled by Amazon (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.