Black Bear Acquires Love Triangle Comedy Spec From Writing Duo Cassidy Alla and Read Masino (EXCLUSIVE)
Black Bear has acquired the rights to an untitled comedy screenplay by writing duo Cassidy Alla and Read Masino. The story centres on a mother and daughter who unknowingly begin dating the same man, drawing their family into the resulting romantic and personal turmoil.
The writers said they enjoyed creating the chaotic family comedy, while Black Bear’s Michael Heimler praised its mix of humour and poignancy. Alla and Masino also have a film in development at Netflix, produced by Berlanti/Schechter and directed by Nahnatchka Khan. The pair met as assistants at Apatow Productions; Black Bear launched its distribution arm in 2025 and has films including “Train Dreams” and “Sing Sing”.
- Black Bear acquired an untitled comedy spec by Cassidy Alla and Read Masino.
- Its plot follows a mother and daughter dating the same man.
- The duo also have a film in development at Netflix.
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Black Bear is a film and television company that produces and distributes films. It has recently expanded into film distribution, while its releases include dramas such as Train Dreams and Sing Sing.
Cassidy Alla and Read Masino are screenwriters who met while working as assistants at Apatow Productions. They are also developing a separate film for Netflix, with Berlanti/Schechter producing and Nahnatchka Khan directing.
The new comedy screenplay centres on a mother and daughter who unknowingly date the same man, bringing romantic complications into their family life. Its mix of family relationships and romantic comedy helps explain why the project may interest a company seeking stories that combine humour with emotional themes.