Liam Neeson has provided his narration to a recent film that casts doubt on the legitimacy of vaccines and commends ex- health official the political figure.
Called "Plague of Corruption," the documentary is based on a bestselling book co-authored by a controversial scientist, who became famous during the global outbreak for assertions that the virus was caused by a problematic version of the influenza shot.
The publication's writing partner, Kent Heckenlively, has previously authored books with conspiracy-prone radio host the Infowars host. The producer wrote online celebrating Neeson's involvement in the film.
A spokesperson for the actor have issued a statement strongly denying suggestions that he supports anti-vax views.
"We all acknowledge that corruption might be present within the drug industry, but that must not be confused with opposition to vaccines," the response states. "He never has been, and remains not, anti-vaccination. His considerable work with the global charity highlights his consistent support for worldwide vaccination initiatives."
It noted that the star was not involved in crafting the project's messaging and that concerns about its content should be directed to the filmmakers.
In the film, the script provided by Neeson includes several provocative points:
It includes a 2004 BBC documentary about clinical trials on children, which was later the focus of a BBC apology by the broadcaster for editorial breaches.
In recent weeks, Kennedy instructed the CDC to revise its official position that there is no link between vaccines and autism. This assertion is repeated in the documentary, despite a recent study from the WHO reiterating no connection has been found.
Contrasting the film's message, Neeson has in the past shown firm endorsement for vaccines in his position as a Unicef global ambassador.
Previously, he called vaccines as "an extraordinary triumph," adding that "The debate about vaccines in lately has forgotten how much benefit they have done... It is perhaps one of the biggest shared accomplishments in our history."
"Plague of Corruption" ends with Neeson's voice saying, "This marks not the finish of our story. Rather, it is the dawn of a new chapter."
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