'You Can See Everything' Ruled Ineligible for DGA Feature Prize, Competes Only in Documentary

A24's documentary "You Can See Everything," directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, will not compete for the top theatrical feature film award at the Directors Guild of America Awards, according to a DGA representative who spoke with Variety. The 174-minute film, which opened in theaters on Oct. 16, focuses on Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and features Amanda Seyfried. ## DGA Ruling Details The guild confirmed that the project is ineligible for the outstanding directorial achievement in theatrical feature film category because its rule book explicitly states that documentaries, animated films, and re-releases are not eligible. Consequently, the film will compete solely in the outstanding directorial achievement in documentary category. ## Studio Strategy and Implications A24 and awards strategists had hoped the film's unconventional style, which blends nonfiction and staged narrative, might qualify it as both a feature and a documentary. The DGA, however, classifies films based on production and submission guidelines, meaning the project is treated strictly as a documentary regardless of other interpretations. This ruling impacts the film's awards trajectory, as the DGA feature award historically serves as a major bellwether for the Academy Awards for best director. Despite this setback, the film remains eligible for other categories and guilds. A24 and its strategists are reportedly in discussions with BAFTA, SAG-AFTRA, and the Golden Globes regarding classification. The film's awards campaign details indicate submissions for the 99th Academy Awards across multiple categories, including best documentary feature, best picture, director, supporting actress for Amanda Seyfried, and supporting actor for Christopher Abbott. Nominations for the 79th annual DGA Awards are scheduled to be announced in January. Viewers and industry observers can verify announcements through official DGA and studio communications or awards tracking platforms.