Performer Denies Anti-Vaccine Position After Narrating Controversial Covid Film
Liam Neeson has given his voice to a feature-length documentary that casts doubt on the safety of vaccinations and commends one-time health official the political figure.
The Film's Provocative Origins
Titled "Plague of Corruption," the project is adapted from a bestselling book co-authored by Judy Mikovits, who rose to infamy during the pandemic for allegations that the virus was caused by a bad strain of the flu vaccine.
The publication's writing partner, Kent Heckenlively, has penned books with far-right radio host a known commentator. He took to social media praising Neeson's role in the project.
A Firm Statement
A spokesperson for Liam Neeson have issued a statement strongly denying implications that he holds anti-vaccine sentiments.
"Many recognize that unethical practices can exist within the medical sector, but that must not be equated to opposition to vaccines," the comment states. "Neeson never has been, and cannot be described as, against vaccines. His extensive work with the UN children's agency underscores his enduring support for global immunisation initiatives."
The response noted that the actor had no hand in the project's messaging and that concerns about its assertions are best addressed to the filmmakers.
Major Assertions Within the Documentary
In the film, the voiceover provided by Neeson includes several controversial claims:
- It claims that pro-immunization voices have demanded "complete compliance" to public institutions.
- It argues that "medical science has become highly influenced by politics."
- RFK Jr is shown saying, "The core flaw with vaccines is that they simply are not adequately tested."
- The narration further attacks Covid lockdowns, claiming they caused mental anguish that resulted in thousands of lives.
- On the topic of pandemic shots, it references a view that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "risky trials."
Past Context and Current Disputes
The documentary further cites a 2004 BBC documentary about clinical trials on children, which was later the topic of a BBC apology by the broadcaster for unbalanced reporting.
In recent weeks, the political figure instructed the CDC to change its longstanding position that there is no causal relationship between immunizations and autism spectrum disorder. This assertion is also referenced in the film, contrary to a new report from the World Health Organisation confirming no such link has been found.
A Past Position of Endorsement
Differing from the documentary's message, Neeson has in the past expressed clear advocacy for vaccines in his role as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador.
Previously, he called vaccines as "a remarkable achievement," noting that "The discourse about vaccines in lately has forgotten how much positive impact they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in history."
"Plague of Corruption" ends with Neeson's narration stating, "This marks not the end of our narrative. This is the beginning of a fresh chapter."
