Ben Stiller Set Out to Make a Film About His Parents. He Didn't Realize It Was About Himself, Too.

The article focuses on the documentary *Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost*, directed by Ben Stiller, which explores the personal and professional lives of his parents, the celebrated comedy duo Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. The film uses intimate recordings made by Jerry Stiller to reveal the complexities of their creative partnership and marriage, while also reflecting on how their legacy influenced Ben Stiller’s own family and career. Through interviews with his wife and children, Ben Stiller examines the impact of growing up in a show business family and the challenges of balancing creativity with family life. The documentary serves as both a tribute to Jerry and Anne’s contributions to comedy and a candid look at the intergenerational dynamics within the Stiller family.