* Characters: Usually relatable and facing relatable problems.
* Themes: Themes like love, loss, family, friendship, and overcoming obstacles.
* Humor: Often gentle and heartwarming, with a focus on characters' struggles and triumphs.
So, "sentimental comedy" is practiced in various places:
* On stage: Plays and musicals often explore sentimental themes through humor.
* On screen: Movies, TV shows, and web series can all fall into this genre.
* In books: Novels and short stories can be comedic and sentimental.
* In everyday life: People use humor to deal with emotional situations and find common ground with others.
Examples of sentimental comedy:
* Plays: "Our Town" by Thornton Wilder, "A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams.
* Movies: "When Harry Met Sally", "Sleepless in Seattle", "The Princess Bride".
* TV Shows: "Friends", "Modern Family", "The Good Place".
The "practice" of sentimental comedy comes from the writers, directors, and actors who create and perform this type of humor. They develop the characters, stories, and comedic moments that appeal to audiences on an emotional level.