The Hollywood Reporter – Review of ‘The Age of Disclosure’: A Glossy Documentary on UFOs
A recent review from The Hollywood Reporter discusses ‘The Age of Disclosure,’ a new documentary by Dan Farah.
The review addresses a significant concern I have regarding the excessive hype surrounding this project, as well as others in the UFO realm. While it offers a polished presentation and attempts to establish credibility, it ultimately falls short in providing real proof. It’s all about style over substance, making this critique worth exploring.
One particularly striking paragraph captures the essence of the issue:
“My problem with The Age of Disclosure isn’t the absence of dissenting opinions. The real issue is that there can’t be experts to debunk the claims made here. Since nothing is substantiated, nothing can be contested. If someone asserts, without any evidence, that there exists an underground bunker housing a thousand alien corpses and fifty alien spacecraft, there’s no way to disprove that. What could anyone say in response? ‘No, that’s not true,’ or ‘You simply lack the clearance to know’? If a person claims, again without evidence, that unnamed individuals have been silenced to protect secret information, how do you counter that?”
This review sheds light on the challenges of engaging with claims that lack verifiable evidence.
You raise an important point about the balance between style and substance in documentaries about UFOs. While The Age of Disclosure may have a polished production and engaging presentation, it seems to fall short in providing the concrete evidence needed to substantiate the claims being made. It’s frustrating when a film prioritizes sensationalism over verifiable facts, as it can leave viewers feeling unsatisfied and skeptical.
The review’s mention of the absence of counterarguments highlights a critical aspect of any documentary—especially one dealing with extraordinary claims. Without credible evidence to challenge or support the assertions made, discussions about UFOs can quickly devolve into speculation. It’s crucial for audiences to see not just compelling narratives but also rigorous examination of the evidence, or lack thereof. That’s what truly drives understanding and leads to informed discussions in such a contentious field.
Your take reminds us that, while the intrigue of UFOs is captivating, it’s essential for projects in this genre to anchor themselves in credible proof rather than relying solely on captivating storytelling.