Nathan Fielder's Elizabeth Holmes documentary generates Telluride buzz

A previously undisclosed documentary about convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes has become one of the most discussed films to emerge from the Telluride Film Festival after A24 unveiled the project during a surprise screening that caught festival attendees off guard. Directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, 'You Can See Everything' examines Holmes during a pivotal period surrounding her transition from public life to prison, The New York Times reported. Holmes rose to prominence as founder of Theranos, a blood-testing startup that claimed it could perform a wide range of medical tests using only small amounts of blood, ABC News said. The company eventually collapsed amid allegations that its technology failed to meet its promises, and Holmes was convicted on fraud-related charges tied to misleading investors. She began serving a federal prison sentence in 2023. According to multiple reports, Holmes granted filmmakers extensive access shortly before reporting to prison. What initially began as a project focused on those final weeks before incarceration expanded into a yearslong documentary effort that followed developments in her life, resulting in a film unlike previous portrayals of the former startup executive. The involvement of Fielder has generated particular interest among film fans and critics. Known for projects such as 'Nathan for You' and HBO's 'The Rehearsal,' Fielder has built a reputation for blurring the lines between documentary filmmaking, social experimentation and performance, Variety said. Festival attendees reportedly had little indication of what they were about to see before entering the Telluride screening. The secrecy surrounding the premiere only added to the buzz and quickly turned the documentary into one of the festival's most discussed events. A teaser released by A24 highlights exchanges between Holmes and Fielder that focus on authenticity, perception and truth. In one sequence discussed by several outlets, Holmes insists she is presenting herself honestly while Fielder questions how authenticity can be measured, creating a dynamic that has already fueled conversation on social media. Early reactions suggest the film defies easy categorization. Critics have described it as more than a traditional documentary profile, with some noting its unusual structure and emotionally layered approach. The response has sparked early awards-season speculation despite the film not yet reaching general audiences. The documentary enters a media landscape already crowded with projects examining Holmes and the fall of Theranos, including books, podcasts, documentaries and Hulu's dramatized series 'The Dropout.' However, many observers believe the rare access granted to the filmmakers could offer viewers a perspective that differs significantly from previous accounts. (The New York Times, ABC News) A24 plans to release 'You Can See Everything' in theaters in October. Until then, the surprise documentary appears poised to remain one of the most closely watched and debated nonfiction films of the year. (Variety, The New York Times)