Ben Stiller shared how Noah Baumbach’s directing style rubbed off on him while working on “Greenberg.” Stiller starred in Baumbach’s 2010 rom-com and recalled on Mike Birbiglia’s “Working It Out” podcast that the director had “no chairs” on set.

Ben Stiller implemented a strict 'no phone' policy while directing the second season of 'Severance' to maintain focus and professionalism on set. Inspired by Noah Baumbach's methods, Stiller values an environment where actors are unhindered by outside distractions during intense scenes.

Ben Stiller didn’t want any distractions on the set of Severance Season 2, so he borrowed a rule from Christopher Nolan.

Apple TV+’s sci-fi workplace drama Severance had won the hearts of both critics and viewers alike when it premiered in 2022.

As a director, you want to protect that environment for the actors,” Stiller continued. “But by the way, you also have to be respectful of the crew. These people are actual