Highland Park Conservative Temple - Congregation Anshe Emeth begins its 17th annual Jewish film series on Saturday, October 6th at 8:00 p.m. with the film comedy "Frank vs. God."

Former hotshot lawyer David Frank's house is destroyed by a tornado, but the insurance company denies coverage for "an act of God." Determined to make someone pay, he chooses to serve God - with a lawsuit.

David's legal antics turn the courtroom into a riveting spectacle as he cross-examines representatives of the world's religions. But when he meets his match - charming and intelligent defense lawyer Rachel - sparks fly and his assumptions are challenged. The film raises questions about faith and religion with a lighthearted tone and an open mind.

This screening will be followed with remarks via Skype by the film's writer/director, Stewart Schill. Schill directed Tony Curtis in "Brittle Glory," which garnered great reviews for one of Curtis' final performances. His award-winning short "I Hate Musicals" was enormously popular with film festival audiences and was one of the most downloaded films on iTunes. His original story "The Space Between Us" is now a major motion picture starring Gary Oldman.

The film screening and talk are open to the public at no charge (an $8 donation is suggested). The film runs 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Highland Park Conservative Temple - Congregation Anshe Emeth (HPCT-CAE) is a Conservative congregation located at 201 South Third Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904. For more information, visit hpct-cae.org or call (732) 545-6482.