Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s You Can See Everything swept the 11th annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards on Sunday night, winning all five of its nominations, including Best Documentary Feature and Best Director .
Well, folks, it looks like we have a clear winner at the 2026 Critics Choice Documentary Awards, and that winner is none other than Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s documentary, “You Can See Everything.” If you’re wondering what the film is about, it chronicles the final days before Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos, began her 11-year sentence in prison. Yes, the same Elizabeth Holmes who managed to convince a whole lot of people that her blood-testing technology was the next big thing—spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
The documentary managed to sweep all five categories it was nominated for, including Best Documentary Feature, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and Best Music Score. Talk about a clean sweep! It’s almost as if the film’s creators had a secret formula for winning awards, but we all know that sometimes, the real magic lies in how well you can tell a story—especially when it involves someone who made headlines for essentially defrauding investors.
In a world where documentaries are often overshadowed by flashy blockbusters and reality TV dramas, it’s refreshing to see one that gets the recognition it deserves. It seems like the Critics Choice Documentary Awards are finally giving credit where credit is due. Kudos to Fielder and Oppenheim for not just making a film, but for making a film that resonates with the zeitgeist. Who knew that a documentary about someone facing the consequences of their actions could be so riveting?
But let’s not forget about the other contenders in the room. “Once Upon a Time in Harlem” also snagged multiple awards during the ceremony. While “You Can See Everything” was busy racking up accolades like it was going out of style, it’s nice to see that other documentaries are also getting their moment in the spotlight. After all, there’s only so much room on the podium, and it’s not like we’re handing out participation trophies here.
As for the rest of the evening, I can only imagine the speeches were filled with gratitude, a few tears, and possibly some awkward moments as winners tried to remember all the people they were supposed to thank. You know how it goes: “I’d like to thank my mom, my dog, and of course, the entire team behind this project, who made this possible while I was binge-watching reality TV.”
So, what does this mean for the future of documentaries? Well, it’s safe to say that we can expect more stories that delve into the lives of people who have made questionable choices. After all, if Elizabeth Holmes can become a household name for her rise and fall, who wouldn’t want to tune in to see what else is out there?
In conclusion, hats off to “You Can See Everything” for making a splash at the Critics Choice Documentary Awards. If you haven’t seen it yet, it might just be time to grab some popcorn and settle in for a rollercoaster ride through the world of ambition, deception, and the ultimate price of success. Just remember, the next time someone tells you they have a groundbreaking idea, it might be worth doing a little research first. Because if there’s one thing we learned, it’s that not everything that glitters is gold—or in this case, not every blood test can be trusted.
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