Cast and Crew of The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

"The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley" chronicles the meteoric ascent and dramatic downfall of Elizabeth Holmes, the enigmatic founder and CEO of Theranos. Holmes captivated the world with her promise to revolutionize blood testing through a groundbreaking technology that required only a few drops of blood. Celebrated as a visionary and often compared to Steve Jobs, she swiftly became the youngest self-made billionaire, attracting immense investment and media attention.

However, beneath the surface of this inspiring success story lay a web of deception and unfulfilled promises. As investigative scrutiny intensified, the cracks in Theranos' technology and business practices began to appear. The documentary delves deep into the unraveling of the $10-billion company, revealing how ambition and hubris can overshadow ethical responsibility.

Through interviews and archival footage, including candid insights from Elizabeth Holmes herself and narration by filmmaker Alex Gibney, "The Inventor" offers a compelling exploration of the psychology of fraud. It exposes how charisma and persuasive storytelling can manipulate perception, leading to one of Silicon Valley's most infamous scandals. This film serves as a cautionary tale about innovation, trust, and the perilous allure of startup culture.

Main Cast of The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

Elizabeth Holmes as Self - CEO and Founder of Theranos (archive footage)

Elizabeth Holmes

Self - CEO and Founder of Theranos (archive footage)
Alex Gibney as Self - Narrator / Interviewer

Alex Gibney

Self - Narrator / Interviewer
Dan Ariely as Self - Behavioral Economist

Dan Ariely

Self - Behavioral Economist
Roger Parloff as Self - Fortune

Roger Parloff

Self - Fortune

Crew of The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

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