Sarah Silverman's 2023 Netflix special 'PostMortem' originated from her experience delivering a eulogy for her father and stepmother, who passed away within days of each other. Initially struggling with the material, Silverman found humor and joy in their memories as she toured. The experience became cathartic, transforming her dread into enthusiasm for sharing their stories. She highlights the joyful aspects of funerals while acknowledging the bittersweet realization of life's finite moments, emphasizing a healthier perspective on worry and death.
"I had spoken at my dad's [memorial], and, of course, there were a lot of funny things in there, because he was hilarious."
"I feel like funerals and shivas can be so joyful...It's when you realize those stories are finite, that it gets sad again."
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