Performer Rejects Anti-Vax Views After Lending His Voice To Disputed Covid Feature
The acclaimed actor has given his voice to a new documentary that questions the legitimacy of vaccinations and commends former health official the political figure.
The Documentary's Provocative Foundation
Called "Plague of Corruption," the documentary is based on a popular book written by a disgraced researcher, who rose to infamy during the global outbreak for assertions that Covid was linked to a bad strain of the seasonal immunization.
The book's writing partner, Kent Heckenlively, has previously authored books with conspiracy-prone media personality the Infowars host. Heckenlively recently posted praising Neeson's role in the project.
A Firm Rebuttal
A spokesperson for Neeson have released a response pushing back against claims that he holds anti-vaccine views.
"Everyone can understand that misconduct can exist within the pharmaceutical industry, but that cannot be equated to rejection of vaccines," the statement reads. "He has never been, and is not, anti-vaccination. His extensive work with the global charity underscores his enduring support for global immunisation initiatives."
The response added that the performer did not shape the film's editorial content and that concerns about its assertions should be directed to the filmmakers.
Major Claims Featured in the Feature
According to the documentary, the voiceover read by Neeson makes several controversial statements:
- It states that pro-vaccine voices have demanded "complete compliance" to public institutions.
- It declares that "medical science has become highly influenced by politics."
- RFK Jr is shown stating, "The major issue with vaccines is that they simply are not adequately tested."
- It also criticizes pandemic restrictions, arguing they caused mental anguish that led to the loss of thousands of lives.
- Concerning the immunizations, it references a view that they were "developed too quickly" and seen as "hazardous tests."
Previous Context and Ongoing Debates
The documentary further cites a past television report about HIV drug testing on children, which was subsequently the subject of a BBC apology by the broadcaster for violations of guidelines.
In recent weeks, Kennedy directed the Centers for Disease Control to change its long-held position that there is no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder. This claim is repeated in the documentary, contrary to a fresh analysis from the World Health Organisation stating no such link has been found.
A Previous Statement of Endorsement
Contrasting the documentary's narrative, Neeson has in the past voiced clear advocacy for vaccines in his position as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador.
In 2022, he referred to vaccines as "a remarkable human success story," noting that "The conversation about vaccines in the past few years has overlooked how much positive impact they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in history."
The documentary concludes with Neeson's script saying, "This is not the finish of our narrative. It is the beginning of a new chapter."
