Star Refutes Anti-Vax Position After Narrating Contentious Coronavirus Feature

The "Taken" star has given his vocal talents to a feature-length documentary that challenges the safety of vaccines and commends ex- health official the political figure.

The Feature's Provocative Origins

Named "Plague of Corruption," the documentary is inspired by a bestselling book written by a disgraced researcher, who gained notoriety during the health crisis for allegations that the illness was caused by a faulty batch of the influenza shot.

The publication's writing partner, a producer, has penned books with far-right media personality a known commentator. The producer took to social media celebrating Neeson's role in the film.

A Firm Statement

The team of the actor have released a response pushing back against claims that he subscribes to anti-vax beliefs.

"We all recognize that unethical practices might be present within the medical sector, but that must not be confused with opposition to vaccines," the response states. "He has never been, and remains not, against vaccines. His long work with the global charity underscores his consistent support for worldwide vaccination initiatives."

The response continued that the star was not involved in crafting the documentary's editorial content and that questions about its assertions should be directed to the creators.

Central Themes Within the Documentary

According to the documentary, the narration spoken by Neeson makes several provocative points:

• It states that pro-vaccine voices have called for "unconditional submission" to health authorities.
• It argues that "medical science has become dangerously influenced by politics."
• Robert F Kennedy Jr is shown claiming, "The core flaw with vaccines is that they just aren't properly vetted."
• The film takes aim at pandemic restrictions, saying they caused mental anguish that led to the loss of thousands of lives.
• Regarding the immunizations, it cites a perspective that they were "hurriedly approved" and seen as "risky trials."

Previous Context and Recent Disputes

The film includes a historical film about HIV drug testing on children, which was subsequently the topic of a correction by the broadcaster for violations of guidelines.

Recently, the political figure instructed the national health agency to revise its longstanding position that there is no connection between immunizations and autism spectrum disorder. This claim is repeated in the documentary, even with a recent study from the World Health Organisation confirming no connection has been found.

A Past Statement of Support

Contrasting the film's message, Neeson has previously shown strong support for vaccines in his position as a Unicef global ambassador.

Two years ago, he described vaccines as "a remarkable triumph," adding that "The conversation about vaccines in lately has lost sight of how much good they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest collective achievements in human history."

The film concludes with Neeson's narration saying, "This is not the finish of our story. This is the dawn of a different phase."