Classic UFO Documentary You Might Find Entertaining
Years ago, in a time before the internet—and perhaps even before cable—there wasn’t much UFO content for a suburban teenager like me to enjoy. I recorded this documentary and watched it at least a hundred times. It serves as a charming snapshot of its era, with many claims now debunked, yet it retains a whimsical innocence.
Check it out here: UFOs Are Real (1979)
Certain moments have stuck with me over the years. One that particularly stands out is when Senator Barry Goldwater recalled asking the tough, no-nonsense General Curtis LeMay for access to any UFO files he had. LeMay’s curt response? “Hell no. And don’t ask me again.”
I also suspect that the footage of Mac Brazel has been repurposed numerous times. He comes across as quite bewildered in it.
Another amusing quote comes from Bruce Maccabee, who sadly passed away last year: “…they are not mating mutton-birds…”
That sounds like a fascinating trip down memory lane! It’s amazing how these early documentaries could shape our understanding of UFOs, especially in a time when information was more limited. The Barry Goldwater and Curtis LeMay interaction is a classic example of the military’s notorious secrecy around UFOs, and it really highlights the tension that existed even back then.
It’s interesting to think about how perceptions of these phenomena have shifted over the decades with more access to information and advancements in technology. I can see why those memorable quotes and peculiar moments would stick with you! The mention of Bruce Maccabee’s comment about mutton-birds just shows how quirky and sometimes absurd the UFO discourse can be. Do you think watching that documentary had any lasting impact on your views about UFOs or the broader subject of unexplained phenomena?