Documentary breaks box-office record

"You Can See Everything," a documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced founder of Theranos, earned $15 million in its first weekend in U.S. theaters, setting a record for the best box-office debut by a documentary in 20 years.

Film outperforms other releases

The film, which played in 855 theaters, earned more than twice as much as "Digger," another film that played in 3,321 theaters two weeks earlier and earned less than half the amount.

Critics praise the film's style

Critics described the documentary as "crazy," "surreal," and "fascinating," noting its unconventional style, which includes long silences and a runtime of nearly three hours. The film was praised for its unique storytelling approach.

Documentary's creators and format

Directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, the film blends reality with fictional elements. Fielder is known for shows like Nathan for You, and Oppenheim is known for Primetime, a series featuring Robert Pattinson.

Elizabeth Holmes' role in the film

The film centers on Elizabeth Holmes, who was sentenced to over 11 years in prison in 2022 for defrauding investors. She invited the filmmakers to document her life in 2023, aiming to rehabilitate her image and assert her innocence.

Holmes' claims in the film

In the documentary, Holmes is shown living in San Diego with her family, denying all accusations and claiming she has never lied since childhood. The film follows her for three years after her incarceration.

No French release dates announced

As of now, no dates for screenings of the documentary in French cinemas have been announced.