Iconic Comedy Films from the 1980s to 2000s

The 2000s marked a significant period for comedy films, with influential directors and actors redefining the genre through raunchy, R-rated comedies. While spoof comedies like 'Not Another Teen Movie' became popular, films like 'Bridesmaids' blended humor with heartfelt storytelling, earning critical acclaim and awards recognition. Despite the decline in romantic comedies in recent years, the genre thrived during the 1980s and 1990s with iconic films such as 'When Harry Met Sally...' and 'The Wedding Banquet', which combined humor with social commentary. Comedy films, though often less critically acclaimed than dramas, can achieve masterpiece status by innovating within the genre, as seen in Edgar Wright's 'Shaun of the Dead'. While the romantic comedy genre struggles today, its history is rich with films that have left a lasting impact on pop culture.