The phrase "gentle humor" refers to a type of humor that is kind, not harsh or offensive. It is light-hearted and meant to bring amusement without causing harm or being mean-spirited. Full definition
With Catrin struggling against the era's ingrained sexism, Their Finest starts out as a tale of proto - feminist glass - ceiling shattering, seasoned with gentle humour courtesy of Nighy (in a role he was born to play) and Jake Lacy as war hero Carl Lundbeck, drafted into the film despite zero acting ability. (gamesradar.com)
The tone of wistful regret and longing doesn't preclude a good deal of gentle humour. (rottentomatoes.com)
Director Bobcat Goldthwait steers the film around its gross - out premise to find gentle humour as Amy clings onto personal relationships for dear life. (metro.co.uk)