Director Dan Farah grew up fascinated by aliens, thanks to the pop culture of the 80s and 90s. Movies like E.T. and shows like The X-Files sparked his curiosity about extraterrestrial life and government secrets. In a recent interview, he shared, “How can you be a kid watching those movies and not wonder if we’re alone in the universe?”
This curiosity led to his documentary The Age of Disclosure, where Farah argues that the U.S. has hidden crucial information about UAPs (unidentified anomalous phenomena) for years. Some people might dismiss this as conspiracy theory talk. But the documentary features former Pentagon official Luis Elizondo, who passionately discusses military jargon and claims he left the Pentagon in 2017 because crucial information was being concealed.
Elizondo previously led the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) and speaks about a “disinformation campaign” aimed at undermining his work. Farah was determined to speak only with credible sources. He believed that hearing from those who had direct knowledge of government programs would enhance the movie’s credibility.
Filming took three years, during which Farah kept interviewees’ identities a secret until the project was complete. He felt this would encourage reluctant contributors to open up. The Age of Disclosure was made independently, avoiding the risk of sensationalism common in commercial films. Farah explained that many experts were hesitant to participate in projects that might misrepresent their views.
One of the first significant contributors was Jay Stratton, a defense official who had investigated UAPs for the government. His willingness to share his experiences helped persuade others, including U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, to come forward.
Farah’s film features 34 contributors, including members of Congress and national security experts. Their collective experience adds weight to the argument that we may not be alone in the universe. A former aviation security director states that UAP technology performs tasks we cannot yet replicate, while other officials note that understanding this tech could lead to breakthroughs in clean energy.
Senator Rubio highlighted another concern: important intelligence on UAPs is often withheld from new government officials. This lack of transparency could give U.S. adversaries a competitive edge. Historically, fear of sharing UAP information dates back to the aftermath of World War II when the U.S. was reluctant to admit it faced threats it didn’t fully understand, a dilemma that continues today.
Farah traces this secrecy back to the infamous Roswell incident in 1947, which many believe marked the start of modern UAP theories. He argues that as other countries like Russia began investigating UAP technology, the U.S. felt a need to keep its knowledge hidden. “You can’t tell your friends without telling your enemies,” he explained.
The film does not present any opposing views, which Farah believes is necessary. He argues that the stigma surrounding UAPs is illogical and harmful. “We need scientists worldwide to recognize that this is a real issue worthy of inquiry,” he states.
Ultimately, the film relies on credible testimonies as its core “evidence.” Farah believes that the most compelling proof comes from reputable individuals willing to risk their careers to share their experiences. He suggests that video and photographic evidence might not convince skeptics, as many would dismiss such proof as digital manipulation.
As more officials share their stories, Farah hopes it will encourage others to speak out. “The public deserves transparency,” he argues, suggesting that it’s only a matter of time before a sitting U.S. president confirms the existence of intelligent life beyond Earth and pledges openness about these discoveries.
For further reading, you can check this Guardian article on the significance of UAP disclosures.
