A rapid-fire subgenre of romantic comedy, screwball comedy thrives on witty banter, slapstick chaos, and battles of the sexes. It lampoons high society through zany, fast-paced plots and absurd situations. Audiences benefit from pure, escapist laughter, while filmmakers use it to explore gender dynamics and class conflict. Its enduring appeal lies in its clever, anarchic spirit.
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