Mr. Baena, who was married to the actress Aubrey Plaza, co-wrote the existential comedy “I Heart Huckabees,” and wrote and directed films including “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.”

Baena and actor Aubrey Plaza, who were married in 2021, collaborated on several films, including the 2014 movie “Life After Beth.”

Baena was known for directing "Life After Beth," "Joshy," and "The Little Hours," and for co-writing the cult classic "I Heart Huckabees."