{"id":6129,"date":"2025-03-25T14:53:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T14:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/25\/a-response-to-the-review-of-age-of-disclosure-in-variety-2\/"},"modified":"2025-03-25T14:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T14:53:51","slug":"a-response-to-the-review-of-age-of-disclosure-in-variety-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/25\/a-response-to-the-review-of-age-of-disclosure-in-variety-2\/","title":{"rendered":"A response to the review of \u201cAge of Disclosure\u201d in Variety"},"content":{"rendered":"

Response to the Variety Review of “Age of Disclosure”<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addressing the Variety review of “Age of Disclosure” (https:\/\/variety.com\/2025\/film\/reviews\/the-age-of-disclosure-review-sxsw-1236332637\/), I want to focus on the nuances of the author\u2019s commentary. They raise valid points about the prevalence of cameras in today\u2019s society, a topic that remains relevant, albeit with multiple interpretations. However, the critique also veers into a territory of disbelief that seems more about justifying skepticism than engaging with the film’s content.<\/p>\n

The statement, \u201cthe real truth is that each era responds to the extraterrestrial \u2018evidence\u2019 that\u2019s tailor-made for it,\u201d is a bit ambiguous. It appears to suggest that people are drawn to narratives that align with contemporary cultural touchstones. While I agree with this observation, I question how it serves as a \u201creal truth\u201d or relates specifically to this film. Is the author implying that we should distrust government officials because their claims mirror themes found in shows like The X-Files<\/em>? Or that stories of abductions are merely echoes of films like Close Encounters of the Third Kind<\/em>?<\/p>\n

He mentions a \u201cskepticism\u201d stemming from the power of suggestion\u2014the phenomenon where stories become exaggerated and distorted as they\u2019re retold. Absolutely! But how does this apply to the assertions made in the film? Some officials speak with first-hand knowledge. Should we really assume they lack credibility or are merely embellishing the \u201cnon-human\u201d aspects of their experiences?<\/p>\n

I commend anyone who approaches this topic with a critical eye, as it is rife with complexities and enigmas. That said, I would encourage the author to redirect their skepticism towards a different inquiry. It’s entirely reasonable to reserve belief in non-human intelligence until more concrete evidence emerges. In the meantime, let\u2019s pose this pivotal question:<\/p>\n

Why are these 34 senior members of the U.S. government, military, and intelligence communities\u2014credible individuals who claim to have \u201cdirect knowledge\u201d of UAPs\u2014so certain in their statements?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Should we question their competence, integrity, or motives? Any skepticism directed at them seems warranted if we assume they wouldn\u2019t risk their reputations with falsehoods unless there\u2019s truth to their claims.<\/p>\n

“Age of Disclosure” compels us to confront these critical questions head-on. Rather than making dismissive remarks about \u201cUAPs\u201d or vaguely connecting popular culture to \u201cthe truth,\u201d a more insightful review would have delved into the motivations and implications of these officials\u2019 assertions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\nResponse to the Variety Review of “Age of Disclosure” In addressing the Variety review of “Age of Disclosure” (https:\/\/variety.com\/2025\/film\/reviews\/the-age-of-disclosure-review-sxsw-1236332637\/), I want to focus on the nuances of the author\u2019s commentary. They raise valid points about the prevalence of cameras in today\u2019s society, a topic that remains relevant, albeit with multiple interpretations. However, the critique also…\n<\/div>\n
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