Star Refutes Anti-Vaxxer Position After Lending His Voice To Contentious Coronavirus Film
The acclaimed actor has given his voice to a recent film that challenges the legitimacy of vaccinations and commends former health official Robert F Kennedy Jr.
The Documentary's Disputed Foundation
Titled "Plague of Corruption," the documentary is based on a well-known publication co-authored by a disgraced researcher, who became famous during the global outbreak for claims that the virus was linked to a problematic version of the flu vaccine.
Her co-author, a producer, has penned books with far-right radio host the Infowars host. The producer recently posted praising Neeson's role in the film.
An Unequivocal Statement
A spokesperson for Neeson have provided a statement firmly refuting implications that he holds anti-vax sentiments.
"Many understand that corruption may occur within the medical sector, but that should never be equated to opposition to vaccines," the statement reads. "He never has been, and cannot be described as, anti-vaccination. His extensive work with the global charity reinforces his long-held support for global immunisation initiatives."
It added that the performer did not shape the film's messaging and that concerns about its content should be directed to the filmmakers.
Central Themes Featured in the Film
According to the documentary, the narration read by Neeson includes several strong points:
- It states that pro-immunization voices have demanded "unconditional submission" to government bodies.
- It declares that "research has become dangerously politicised."
- Robert F Kennedy Jr is shown stating, "The big problem with vaccines is that they simply are not properly vetted."
- It further attacks Covid lockdowns, claiming they caused severe distress that led to the loss of thousands of lives.
- Regarding pandemic shots, it references a perspective that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "risky trials."
Historical Context and Recent Debates
The documentary further cites a past television report about HIV drug testing on children, which was afterwards the subject of a formal apology by the corporation for violations of guidelines.
In recent weeks, Kennedy directed the CDC to revise its long-held position that there is no connection between immunizations and autism. This supposed link is repeated in the film, contrary to a recent study from the World Health Organisation reiterating no evidence has been found.
A Past Record of Endorsement
Contrasting the documentary's narrative, Neeson has previously shown strong support for vaccines in his position as a charity ambassador.
Previously, he referred to vaccines as "an extraordinary human success story," adding that "The discourse about vaccines in recent years has overlooked how much benefit they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in our history."
The documentary concludes with Neeson's voice saying, "This is not the end of our story. Rather, it is the dawn of a new chapter."