Bad Blood: Theranos founder Holmes back in the spotlight

On a chilly night in Telluride, Colorado, a diverse crowd of 600 individuals gathered for an unexpected cinematic experience. The Telluride Film Festival presented the world premiere of "You Can See Everything," a documentary that delves into the life of Elizabeth Holmes – a once-renowned entrepreneur and convicted fraudster.

The film, co-directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, offers a fresh perspective on Holmes' story, which has been explored in other documentaries such as Alex Gibney's "The Inventor: Out For Blood in Silicon Valley," The Dropout podcast series, and the dramatized Hulu series "Bad Blood." Despite the plethora of existing content, "You Can See Everything" appears to have unearthed new and intriguing elements about Holmes' life and trial.

The documentary is not only a compelling biographical account but also a psychological thriller, with a third act that leaves viewers questioning the line between truth and fiction. The film has garnered significant attention, even earning Oscar buzz, making it the first documentary in the Academy Awards' 99-year history to receive a Best Picture nomination.

The creators of "You Can See Everything" bring a unique blend of skills and backgrounds to the project. Lance Oppenheim, known for his critically-acclaimed documentaries such as "Ren Faire" and "Some Kind of Heaven," has demonstrated his ability to craft compelling narratives around eccentric subjects. Nathan Fielder, on the other hand, is a comedian and filmmaker whose work often involves playing exaggerated versions of himself and challenging audience expectations.

Fielder's past work, including the surrealist sitcom "Nathan For You," showcases his talent for turning mundane situations into bizarre, yet entertaining, scenarios. This approach, along with his familiarity with awkward and challenging situations, has led some to wonder if he has approached the documentary with a comedic lens or if he is deliberately adopting a sincere tone to explore Holmes' story.

As the documentary approaches its release, the film's creators and the audience eagerly await the unveiling of Holmes' life and the implications of the film's revelations. The combination of Holmes' intriguing story and the filmmakers' unconventional approach has generated substantial Oscar buzz, potentially making "You Can See Everything" the first documentary to receive a Best Picture nomination in the award's history.