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The Buzz Around the Elizabeth Holmes Documentary 'You Can See Everything' · Captain Overfit (KO)

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  SPEAKER_00: Welcome aboard, Tech Enthusiasts.
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  SPEAKER_00: Today we're diving into the captivating world of Elizabeth Holmes and her rise and fall, as explored in the documentary, You Can See Everything.
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  SPEAKER_00: This film isn't just any documentary, it's already making waves at the box office.
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  SPEAKER_00: The documentary, You Can See Everything, has taken audiences by storm, raking in a whopping$15 million during its opening weekend.
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  SPEAKER_00: This figure places it as the second highest opening weekend for a documentary film in history.
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  SPEAKER_00: Not too shabby for a flick that only graced the screens of 855 theaters.
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  SPEAKER_00: With around 2,000 sell-out screenings reported, it's clear this film has the kind of altitude that would make any pilot proud.
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  SPEAKER_00: Meanwhile, the top film of the weekend, Street Fighter, is showing in over 3,500 theaters.
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  SPEAKER_00: Talk about a crowded airspace.
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  SPEAKER_00: Looks like, you can see everything, has found its own runway and taken off.
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  SPEAKER_00: Running nearly three hours, the film recounts the dramatic saga of Elizabeth Holmes and her infamous blood testing startup, Theranos.
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  SPEAKER_00: She managed to attract some of Silicon Valley's biggest players, before ultimately facing an 11-year prison sentence for defrauding investors.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a tale as twisty as a turbulence riddled descent.
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  SPEAKER_00: This story has been explored in countless formats, from books to podcasts, but the unique access the filmmakers had to Holmes and her family is like having a co-pilot who actually knows the flight plan.
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  SPEAKER_00: The involvement of Nathan Fielder, known for his deadpan humor and creative storytelling in The Rehearsal, as co-director with Lance Oppenheim, adds an intriguing layer to the documentary.
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  SPEAKER_00: Critics have praised the film, leading to an impressive 99% rating on both Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic.
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  SPEAKER_00: I guess when it comes to complexity and intrigue, Fielder is flying high alongside Holmes, though I'd argue his humor is less of a crash landing and more of a smooth ascent.
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  SPEAKER_00: As I tried to grab a ticket for a screening in Manhattan, I realized just how popular this film has become.
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  SPEAKER_00: It was a challenge to find a seat that wasn't in the front row.
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  SPEAKER_00: I eventually found one, but the demand is as evident as my flight log after a month of layovers.
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  SPEAKER_00: Buckle up, we're entering turbulent skies.
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  SPEAKER_00: However, not all tech-centric films are experiencing the same success as You Can See Everything.
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  SPEAKER_00: Aaron Sorkins' follow-up to The Social Network, titled The Social Reckoning, struggled to attract audiences, only earning$5.5 million in its opening weekend.
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  SPEAKER_00: Similarly, Alex Gibney's lengthy documentary, Musk, managed just over$300,000, possibly hindered by its four-hour runtime and resistance from social platforms.
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  SPEAKER_00: It seems that the attention around You Can See Everything may be overshadowing other tech narratives, my take?
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a shame, really.
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  SPEAKER_00: Every story deserves its time in the spotlight, even if it means climbing to a higher altitude.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay, we're entering clear skies now.
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  SPEAKER_00: Feel free to remove your seatbelt and roam around a little.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now let's pivot back to Lighterfare and discuss the quirky innovations popping up in the tech world today.
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  SPEAKER_00: Who knows, maybe there's a new startup on the horizon that will capture our imaginations next, and hopefully not crash before takeoff.
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  SPEAKER_00: I've added links to all the products mentioned in this episode down in the show notes.
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  SPEAKER_00: Until next time, keep creating, keep adapting, and remember, the future doesn't wait for permission.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is Captain Overfit signing off.