"Caustic comedy" refers to a type of humor that is sharply critical, sarcastic, and often harsh or biting. It may involve making jokes that mock or ridicule people, situations, or ideas in a harsh and provocative way. Full definition
I, Tonya Craig Gillespie delvers a tonally brilliant mix of caustic comedy and genuine pathos in this uncompromising story of Tonya Harding, an Olympic skater implicated in a conspiracy to maim her chief rival. (sfgate.com)
John is the brother of Martin McDonagh (Seven Psychopaths, In Bruges) and the brothers have really cornered the market in caustic comedy. (theartsdesk.com)
That cast will attract attention and though Baumbach's painfully honest, subtle, and caustic comedy style will alienate many viewers who are there just for the stars, it's nice to know that filmmakers are still out there making character - driven movies with a specific point - of - view that don't just mindlessly try to please everyone. (collider.com)