Cults often allure individuals with the promise of a better way of living, criticizing mainstream society and materialism. However, these seemingly idealistic beginnings can quickly take a dark turn. In the case of a specific cult involving a former gay porn star and hypnotist who changed his identity multiple times, the facade of a utopian community was shattered when investigations by the cult awareness network began. The cult leader had followers build a theater for his personal use and, despite purchasing property from the cult, the deal unraveled due to undisclosed issues. The experience prompted a deep dive into the cult's history, revealing common traits of cults like name changes and a descent into manipulation and darkness.