Ernie Blick has just lost his job at a crucifix factory. Luckily, for Ernie, this allows him more time to devote to his invention. Yes, Ernie is an inventor -- and he's come up with something big. So big, in fact, Ernie's convinced it will change the way people look at life and death. With the support of his drummer friend Julia and his ex-Green Beret-evangelist cousin, Ernie unveils it to the world. But even he isn't prepared for the public's reaction.

Ernie Blick, un jóven excentrico e introvertido que trabaja en una fábrica de crucifijos, ha pasado años trabajando y perfeccionando un invento que, segun él, hace fotografias de el Cielo. Un día consigue unas fotos de parásitos atmosféricos. Para que la gente y los medios le hagan caso, secuestra un autobús de jubilados.