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Alien Autopsy: Fact or Fiction? Uncut is a bizarre, entertaining and at times chilling documentary-style exploration of one of the most intriguing stories to emerge from the world of ufology in the modern era. The film presents the story of the infamous "alien autopsy" footage, alleged to depict the post-mortem examination of an extraterrestrial being recovered from a crash site in Roswell, New Mexico in 1947.

The movie is narrated by documentary filmmaker Bill Dear, who also produced and directed the feature. He takes the viewers on a journey through the history of UFO sightings, focusing specifically on the Roswell incident that has captivated imaginations for decades. Through archival footage, interviews with experts in the field, and a detailed examination of the footage itself, Dear attempts to shed light on the origins and veracity of the alien autopsy story.

The film starts with the context of the Roswell incident; a UFO supposedly crashed on a ranch in Roswell in July 1947, and the U.S. military claimed that the wreckage was the result of a weather balloon. But, conspiracy theories emerged in the decades following the crash, with many believing that the authorities were covering up the details of an extraterrestrial encounter, including the alleged retrieval of bodies of alien beings.

The bulk of the film is actually examining the footage itself. The film presents the original footage of the autopsy, which was apparently obtained by a British businessman called Ray Santilli in 1995. Santilli claimed that the footage had been shot by a military cameraman during the Roswell incident, and he had purchased it from a retired military cameraman who had owned the material for decades.

The autopsy footage itself is a bizarre and gruesome 17-minute video that shows two men in lab coats cutting into the skin of a strange creature on an operating table. The being appears humanoid but with strange, otherworldly features such as long fingers and an enlarged head. The footage has a distinctly low-fi, 1950s sci-fi movie quality to it, with occasional moments of gore that suggest someone in Hollywood had had a lot of fun with the special effects.

Through analyzing the video footage with various experts, the film tries to answer the question of whether it's a real alien being or just an elaborate hoax played by Santilli himself. The experts come from different fields such as a special effects technician, a film restoration professional, and a UFO researcher to provide their insight.

The movie is also peppered with interviews from skeptics and believers of UFOs, with additional footage other alleged UFO sightings such as the Phoenix Lights and the Betty and Barney Hill case. This keeps the viewer interested throughout, providing more context and different angles to view UFO sightings.

The exploration of the authenticity of this footage takes center stage throughout the film, and the arguments presented on both sides are convincing, albeit rather conflicting. One of the interviewees even suggests that the footage may be an amalgamation of genuine military footage, mixed with fake footage and special effects.

In the end, Alien Autopsy: Fact or Fiction? Uncut leaves the question unanswered, leaving the viewer with their own conclusion to make whether the footage is real or fake. But the film ultimately isn't just about answering that question, but rather exploring the fascination that the human race has with alien life, and how a myth can become a cultural landmark.

Overall, Alien Autopsy: Fact or Fiction? Uncut is a well-produced, thoughtful exploration of one of the most intriguing events of the last century, and it's a fascinating look at the intersection of science, conspiracy theory and popular culture. While it won't answer the question of whether the footage is genuine, it provides plenty of food for thought, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone with an interest in UFOlogy.

Alien Autopsy: Fact or Fiction? Uncut is a 1995 documentary with a runtime of 45 minutes.