Actor Denies Anti-Vaccine Stance After Narrating Contentious Covid Feature

The "Taken" star has given his narration to a new documentary that questions the efficacy of vaccines and commends ex- health official Robert F Kennedy Jr.

The Film's Disputed Foundation

Called "Plague of Corruption," the film is inspired by a well-known publication written by a controversial scientist, who gained notoriety during the pandemic for assertions that the virus was caused by a faulty batch of the influenza shot.

Her co-author, a producer, has penned books with far-right figure a known commentator. The producer recently posted celebrating Neeson's role in the project.

An Unequivocal Denial

A spokesperson for Liam Neeson have provided a statement pushing back against implications that he supports anti-vaccine beliefs.

"Many understand that unethical practices can exist within the drug industry, but that should never be conflated with being against vaccines," the statement explains. "He has never been, and cannot be described as, anti-vax. His long work with the global charity highlights his long-held support for global immunisation initiatives."

It noted that the performer was not involved in crafting the film's narrative and that questions about its assertions should be directed to the creators.

Major Claims Featured in the Documentary

As presented, the script spoken by Neeson makes several provocative claims:

• It suggests that pro-vaccine voices have demanded "unconditional submission" to government bodies.
• It declares that "science has become highly politicised."
• Robert F Kennedy Jr is shown stating, "The big problem with vaccines is that they are not properly vetted."
• The film further attacks Covid lockdowns, arguing they caused mental anguish that cost thousands of lives.
• On the topic of pandemic shots, it mentions a view that they were "rushed to market" and seen as "risky trials."

Historical Context and Ongoing Disputes

It includes a past television report about AIDS medication trials on children, which was afterwards the subject of a correction by the broadcaster for editorial breaches.

Last month, the political figure directed the Centers for Disease Control to revise its official position that there is no connection between vaccines and autism. This supposed link is also referenced in the documentary, contrary to a fresh analysis from the WHO stating no connection has been found.

An Earlier Position of Support

Standing in contrast to the documentary's message, Neeson has formerly expressed firm endorsement for vaccines in his capacity as a Unicef global ambassador.

In 2022, he referred to vaccines as "an incredible triumph," stating 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 history."

"Plague of Corruption" concludes with Neeson's voice stating, "This isn't the conclusion of our journey. It is the beginning of a new chapter."