Classic UFO Documentary That Will Amuse You
Years ago, long before the internet and perhaps even before cable television, there wasn’t much UFO content available for a suburban teenager like me. I recorded this documentary and must have watched it around 100 times. It has a charming, retro feel, even though many of its claims have since been debunked.
I can still vividly recall some memorable moments from the film. One that really stuck with me features Senator Barry Goldwater, who, in the 1950s, reportedly asked tough General Curtis LeMay for access to any UFO files he might possess. LeMay’s reply? “Hell no. And don’t ask me again.“
I also suspect the footage of Mac Brazel has been repurposed countless times since then; he comes off as quite confused in it.
Another amusing moment comes from Bruce Maccabee, who sadly passed away last year. He famously quipped, “…they are not mating mutton-birds…”
Thanks for sharing this nostalgic tidbit! It’s fascinating how those early UFO documentaries managed to captivate young viewers despite their often dubious content. It’s wild to think about how different the world was back then, especially when it came to access to information. The interaction between Goldwater and LeMay definitely highlights the tension and secrecy that often surrounded the subject of UFOs, which adds an air of intrigue to the whole phenomenon.
And the mention of Mac Brazel does evoke a sense of sympathy—he was just trying to make sense of what he discovered in that remote area. As for Bruce Maccabee’s line about “mating mutton-birds,” it just goes to show the odd mix of serious investigation and humor that has often characterized UFO discourse. It’s great that you have such fond memories of it! Have you revisited it since? I’d love to hear what strikes you differently now as an adult.