This documentary initially attempts a philosophical discussion but ultimately discards scientific reasoning in favor of spiritualism, shamanism, and ancestor worship, making a critical mistake. This is not merely a case of blurring the line between science and philosophy-it is a regression into unverified mysticism with no empirical basis.
One of the most glaring issues is the early appearance of "Mario Woods," whose testimony lacks clarity. It is impossible to determine whether he is recounting an actual experience or merely confusing a dream with reality. His account is nothing more than a collection of subjective impressions and sensations, entirely devoid of objective verification. As a result, rather than advancing a credible discussion on UFOs and supernatural phenomena, the documentary instead veers into the realm of speculation and uncertainty.
I believe in the possibility of UFOs and extraterrestrial life from a scientific standpoint. However, this belief is grounded in empirical research and hypothesis-driven reasoning, not the blind acceptance of unverifiable testimonies. Yet, this documentary presents such baseless claims without any critical scrutiny, ultimately misleading the audience into embracing pseudoscientific beliefs. History has repeatedly shown how easily people fall for misinformation and succumb to psychological and cognitive biases. A significant number of UFO sightings can be attributed to misinterpretations, false memories, or attention-seeking fabrications. Despite this, the documentary fails to filter out unreliable claims and instead promotes mystical beliefs under the guise of scientific inquiry.
That being said, my criticism is not aimed at dismissing UFO research altogether. While ufology undeniably includes elements of pseudoscience, pseudo-religion, and occultism, it can gain legitimacy only if it remains rooted in scientific and objective analysis. However, this documentary severely undermines its credibility by intertwining UFO discussions with religious mysticism, spiritualism, shamanism, and ancestor worship-elements that hold no scientific value.
Additionally, the documentary's approach to government conspiracy theories and classified information was intriguing, and its open-minded exploration of these topics was a positive aspect. However, the way it concludes-with outdated superstitions, spiritualism, and ancestor worship entirely unrelated to the truth about UFOs-was frustrating to watch. If these elements had been omitted, I might have given it at least a 7/10 rating.
