Performer Denies Anti-Vaccine Position After Voicing Disputed Coronavirus Film
The "Taken" star has given his vocal talents to a recent film that questions the safety of vaccinations and praises ex- health official the political figure.
The Documentary's Provocative Origins
Named "Plague of Corruption," the documentary is based on a bestselling book published by Judy Mikovits, who gained notoriety during the health crisis for claims that Covid was a result of a bad strain of the seasonal immunization.
The book's collaborator, a producer, has previously authored books with far-right figure the Infowars host. He wrote online celebrating Neeson's participation in the film.
A Strong Denial
Representatives for the actor have released a response firmly refuting claims that he subscribes to anti-immunization sentiments.
"Many acknowledge that corruption may occur within the drug industry, but that should never be conflated with being against vaccines," the statement reads. "Liam has never been, and cannot be described as, anti-vaccination. His long work with the UN children's agency highlights his consistent support for worldwide vaccination initiatives."
The response added that the star was not involved in crafting the film's messaging and that questions about its claims are best addressed to the producers.
Central Assertions Featured in the Film
As presented, the narration provided by Neeson includes several strong points:
- It claims that pro-immunization voices have called for "complete compliance" to public institutions.
- It argues that "science has become highly politicised."
- Robert F Kennedy Jr is shown saying, "The big problem with vaccines is that they simply are not properly vetted."
- The narration takes aim at pandemic restrictions, arguing they caused mental anguish that resulted in thousands of lives.
- On the topic of Covid vaccines, it mentions a view that they were "rushed to market" and seen as "risky trials."
Previous Background and Ongoing Issues
It also references a historical film about HIV drug testing on children, which was subsequently the topic of a formal apology by the corporation for editorial breaches.
In recent weeks, Kennedy instructed the Centers for Disease Control to revise its longstanding position that there is no connection between immunizations and autism spectrum disorder. This supposed link is also referenced in the documentary, contrary to a recent study from the global health body reiterating no such link has been found.
An Earlier Position of Advocacy
Standing in contrast to the film's message, Neeson has formerly shown firm endorsement for vaccines in his position as a Unicef global ambassador.
Previously, he called vaccines as "an extraordinary human success story," stating that "The debate about vaccines in the past few years has forgotten how much positive impact they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest collective achievements in human history."
"Plague of Corruption" concludes with Neeson's voice proclaiming, "This is not the finish of our journey. This is the start of a fresh chapter."
