light comedy

Example Sentences

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Mr. Carney steers things back in a more pleasing direction in the end, but for a light comedy, “Power Ballad” contains far too much perplexed agony.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Lindo brings a depth and warmth to the role that’s wholly unexpected for an otherwise light comedy, and gives insight into the struggles of assimilating back into society.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2023

This light comedy may have its heart in the right place, generating just enough sparks to light up a dark movie theater.

From Washington Post • Oct. 19, 2022

And the stories can vary so wildly in tone — from standard mystery-horror to light comedy to gritty action — that they can feel in conflict with each other.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2022

It was a gay light comedy, and Kay Francis wore long- sleeved white silk shirts with big cuff links.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou