🔗 Share this article Star Rejects Anti-Vaccine Views Following Narrating Controversial Pandemic Feature The acclaimed actor has given his vocal talents to a recent film that casts doubt on the efficacy of vaccines and commends former cabinet secretary the political figure. The Film's Contentious Basis Named "Plague of Corruption," the project is based on a popular book written by a controversial scientist, who gained notoriety during the health crisis for allegations that the virus was caused by a problematic version of the seasonal immunization. The book's writing partner, Kent Heckenlively, has previously authored books with far-right figure Alex Jones. The producer recently posted celebrating Neeson's involvement in the documentary. An Unequivocal Statement The team of Neeson have issued a response firmly refuting implications that he subscribes to anti-vaccine beliefs. "Everyone can recognize that unethical practices may occur within the drug industry, but that must not be equated to opposition to vaccines," the statement explains. "Neeson is not, and is not, anti-vaccination. His long work with the UN children's agency underscores his long-held support for global immunisation initiatives." The response continued that the star did not shape the project's editorial content and that questions about its assertions ought to go to the producers. Major Assertions Featured in the Film As presented, the voiceover spoken by Neeson features several provocative points: It suggests that pro-vaccine voices have insisted on "blind obedience" to government bodies. It posits that "research has become highly politicised." RFK Jr is interviewed saying, "The big problem with vaccines is that they are not safely tested." The film also criticizes Covid lockdowns, arguing they caused psychological harm that resulted in thousands of lives. Concerning Covid vaccines, it cites a view that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "dangerous experiments." Past Background and Recent Debates The documentary further cites a 2004 BBC documentary about AIDS medication trials on children, which was later the subject of a correction by the network for violations of guidelines. Recently, Kennedy directed the national health agency to alter its long-held position that there is no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder. This claim is echoed in the documentary, even with a fresh analysis from the World Health Organisation confirming no such link has been found. A Past Record of Advocacy Differing from the documentary's narrative, Neeson has formerly expressed clear advocacy for vaccines in his position as a charity ambassador. Two years ago, he called vaccines as "an incredible achievement," adding that "The conversation about vaccines in lately has forgotten how much good they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in human history." The film finishes with Neeson's script proclaiming, "This isn't the finish of our narrative. Rather, it is the start of a fresh chapter."
The acclaimed actor has given his vocal talents to a recent film that casts doubt on the efficacy of vaccines and commends former cabinet secretary the political figure. The Film's Contentious Basis Named "Plague of Corruption," the project is based on a popular book written by a controversial scientist, who gained notoriety during the health crisis for allegations that the virus was caused by a problematic version of the seasonal immunization. The book's writing partner, Kent Heckenlively, has previously authored books with far-right figure Alex Jones. The producer recently posted celebrating Neeson's involvement in the documentary. An Unequivocal Statement The team of Neeson have issued a response firmly refuting implications that he subscribes to anti-vaccine beliefs. "Everyone can recognize that unethical practices may occur within the drug industry, but that must not be equated to opposition to vaccines," the statement explains. "Neeson is not, and is not, anti-vaccination. His long work with the UN children's agency underscores his long-held support for global immunisation initiatives." The response continued that the star did not shape the project's editorial content and that questions about its assertions ought to go to the producers. Major Assertions Featured in the Film As presented, the voiceover spoken by Neeson features several provocative points: It suggests that pro-vaccine voices have insisted on "blind obedience" to government bodies. It posits that "research has become highly politicised." RFK Jr is interviewed saying, "The big problem with vaccines is that they are not safely tested." The film also criticizes Covid lockdowns, arguing they caused psychological harm that resulted in thousands of lives. Concerning Covid vaccines, it cites a view that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "dangerous experiments." Past Background and Recent Debates The documentary further cites a 2004 BBC documentary about AIDS medication trials on children, which was later the subject of a correction by the network for violations of guidelines. Recently, Kennedy directed the national health agency to alter its long-held position that there is no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder. This claim is echoed in the documentary, even with a fresh analysis from the World Health Organisation confirming no such link has been found. A Past Record of Advocacy Differing from the documentary's narrative, Neeson has formerly expressed clear advocacy for vaccines in his position as a charity ambassador. Two years ago, he called vaccines as "an incredible achievement," adding that "The conversation about vaccines in lately has forgotten how much good they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in human history." The film finishes with Neeson's script proclaiming, "This isn't the finish of our narrative. Rather, it is the start of a fresh chapter."