Nathan Fielder has brought his secret documentary about Elizabeth Holmes into the spotlight. Titled ‘You Can See Everything’, the documentary received a surprise screening at the Telluride Film Festival on September 6. A24 has now released its first teaser.The documentary follows Elizabeth Holmes, the former Theranos founder who became one of Silicon Valley’s most controversial figures. Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim directed the film together. According to Firstpost, the project began as an intimate attempt to document Holmes before her imprisonment. It eventually developed into a three-year filmmaking journey.
‘You Can See Everything’ gets surprise Telluride screening
The documentary was unveiled unexpectedly at the Telluride Film Festival. Its screening came ahead of the planned theatrical release in October. The film’s story begins 34 days before Elizabeth Holmes was due to enter prison. During that period, she invited a film crew to record her life and experiences.What began as a relatively straightforward documentary project took an unexpected turn. The filmmakers continued following the story for three years. The extended filming period forms a major part of the documentary’s premise.Elizabeth Holmes became internationally known after Theranos faced intense scrutiny over its blood-testing technology and business practices. Her legal troubles eventually led to a prison sentence.
Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes face off in teaser
A24’s teaser introduces viewers to the unusual dynamic between Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes. One of the most striking moments features the two looking directly at each other.The exchange appears to test the level of trust between them. Elizabeth Holmes addresses the possibility of deception while speaking to Nathan Fielder.“I don’t have anything to deceive you on,” Holmes tells him. “Of course I’m not deceiving you. I’m engaging with you as a human being. Why would I deceive you? There’s no reason for me to do that.” Nathan Fielder responds, “OK. Alright. OK, good chat,” before asking, “You’re being real right now?” Elizabeth Holmes then replies, “I’m always being real.”
Viewers react to the documentary teaser
The first footage has generated strong reactions online. Many viewers have focused on the prolonged eye contact between Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes. One person described their interaction as an “unstoppable force meets immovable object.”Another viewer wrote, “My man was trying to find her soul in her eyes and found nothing.” A third reaction focused on Nathan Fielder’s decision not to look away, writing, “You cant be the first to break eye contact with Elizabeth Holmes, glad Nathan knew this.”Another viewer compared the anticipation surrounding the documentary to a major superhero movie, writing, “This is my Avengers: Doomsday.”
Who directed ‘You Can See Everything’?
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim serve as the directors of ‘You Can See Everything’. Nathan Fielder is known for projects that combine comedy, reality and unconventional storytelling. His credits include ‘Nathan For You’ and ‘The Rehearsal’. Lance Oppenheim has directed documentaries such as ‘Some Kind of Heaven’ and ‘Primetime’.The filmmakers have taken an unusual approach to Elizabeth Holmes’ story. Instead of focusing only on her rise and downfall, the documentary follows her through a much longer period.
‘You Can See Everything’ set for October release
A24’s official description outlines the unusual premise behind the documentary. “Thirty-four days before she’s sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. What begins as an intimate portrait of an enigmatic felon becomes a mind-bending three-year journey into the abyss. From boundary-pushing directors Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim comes You Can See Everything.”‘You Can See Everything’ is scheduled to arrive in theatres in October.
