Dan Aykroyd
Dan Aykroyd: Unplugged on UFOs is a documentary film released in 2005 that features the Canadian actor, comedian, and writer, Dan Aykroyd, discussing his fascination with and beliefs about unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and extraterrestrial life. Aykroyd, a long-time believer in the existence of UFOs and alien life, uses the platform of this documentary to present evidence, expert opinions, and personal anecdotes that support the notion of their existence. In the film, Aykroyd interviews various experts and draws on a wealth of information from books, newspapers, and even sources considered less credible to make his case. While the documentary has been met with mixed reviews, it has undoubtedly contributed to the ongoing conversation surrounding UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
Throughout Unplugged on UFOs, Aykroyd presents a range of scientific evidence to bolster his claims. He explores the history of UFO sightings, discusses the potential technological advancements that could explain their behavior, and even explores the possibility of alternate dimensions. One particularly intriguing aspect of the documentary is its focus on the role that government and military agencies might play in concealing the truth about UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
In support of his arguments, Aykroyd cites several unique facts from reliable sources. First, he references a 1968 report by the Condon Committee, an independent scientific committee commissioned by the United States Air Force, which states that approximately 30% of UFO sightings remain unexplained after thorough investigation (source: Edward U. Condon, “Scientific Study of Unidentified Flying Objects,” 1968). Second, he mentions a 1976 incident where a UFO allegedly disabled ten intercontinental ballistic missiles at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana, as recounted by former Air Force officer Robert Salas in his book, “Faded Giant” (source: Robert Salas and James Klotz, “Faded Giant,” 2005). Lastly, Aykroyd cites the famous 1980 Rendlesham Forest incident, where multiple military personnel reported seeing a UFO near the Bentwaters and Woodbridge Royal Air Force bases in England (source: Georgina Bruni, “You Can’t Tell the People,” 2000).
Aykroyd interviews several experts in the documentary. Notable among them are Dr. Edgar Mitchell, the sixth man to walk on the moon and a proponent of the existence of extraterrestrial life, and Dr. Steven Greer, the founder of the Disclosure Project, which aims to uncover the truth about UFOs and extraterrestrial life. Both experts share their personal experiences and professional opinions, suggesting that there is indeed a wealth of evidence pointing to the existence of UFOs and alien life.
Books on the subject of UFOs and extraterrestrial life are numerous, but some are particularly noteworthy in supporting Aykroyd’s claims. In “Above Top Secret” (1987), British author Timothy Good presents a comprehensive examination of UFO sightings and encounters, arguing that these phenomena are evidence of extraterrestrial visitation. Similarly, “The Day After Roswell” (1997) by retired US Army Colonel Philip J. Corso details the alleged recovery of a crashed UFO and its occupants near Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947. These books, among others, provide further context and insight into the claims made by Aykroyd in the documentary.
