Comedy subgenre -mostly American and popular in the 1930s and 1940s- that portrays the life and tribulations of so-called high society, where it is generally contrasted with members of other 'social classes', and in which it is almost A slight criticism is always issued to said upper classes, although it is usually in a kind way. The humor is refined and they tend to stand out for detailing the luxurious setting typical of high society.