Actor Denies Anti-Vaxxer Position After Voicing Disputed Covid Film
The acclaimed actor has given his vocal talents to a new documentary that questions the safety of vaccinations and praises one-time government figure RFK Jr.
The Film's Contentious Origins
Named "Plague of Corruption," the project is inspired by a bestselling book published by a controversial scientist, who rose to infamy during the global outbreak for allegations that the virus was a result of a problematic version of the flu vaccine.
The publication's co-author, Kent Heckenlively, has previously authored books with conspiracy-prone media personality a known commentator. Heckenlively wrote online hailing Neeson's role in the project.
A Strong Statement
Representatives for the actor have issued a statement pushing back against suggestions that he supports anti-vax beliefs.
"We all acknowledge that corruption may occur within the pharmaceutical industry, but that must not be equated to being against vaccines," the comment reads. "Liam never has been, and is not, anti-vax. His considerable work with the UN children's agency underscores his enduring support for global immunisation initiatives."
The response noted that the star did not shape the project's narrative and that questions about its assertions ought to go to the filmmakers.
Major Claims In the Feature
As presented, the script read by Neeson features several controversial claims:
- It suggests that pro-vaccine voices have insisted on "blind obedience" to health authorities.
- It posits that "research has become dangerously influenced by politics."
- Robert F Kennedy Jr is interviewed saying, "The core flaw with vaccines is that they just aren't adequately tested."
- The narration further attacks pandemic restrictions, saying they caused mental anguish that led to the loss of thousands of lives.
- On the topic of pandemic shots, it mentions a report that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "hazardous tests."
Past Controversy and Current Issues
The film further cites a historical film about AIDS medication trials on children, which was later the subject of a BBC apology by the broadcaster for unbalanced reporting.
Last month, RFK Jr instructed the national health agency to revise its official position that there is no link between vaccines and autism. This assertion is echoed in the documentary, despite a recent study from the World Health Organisation reiterating no connection has been found.
An Earlier Statement of Support
Differing from the documentary's tone, Neeson has in the past voiced firm endorsement for vaccines in his position as a charity ambassador.
Two years ago, he referred to vaccines as "a remarkable human success story," adding that "The discourse about vaccines in recent years has lost sight of how much benefit they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest collective achievements in human history."
The documentary concludes with Neeson's narration saying, "This marks not the end of our story. Rather, it is the start of a new chapter."
