A-Z: General definitions: Comedy of manners

Definition

A film, play or work of literature which satirises the particular behaviours of a certain group.
• A witty style of comedy that reflects the life, ideals and manners of upper class society in a way that is essentially true to its traditions and philosophy
• The players must maintain the mask of social artifice whilst revealing to the audience what lies behind such manners.

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