Pennsylvania Filmmaker George Kalman tried to register his company “I Choose Hell” productions as a business in 2007. His request was turned down due to a state law prohibiting names that contain blasphemy or profanity.

Well on Wednesday, the American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit against Pennsylvania’s Department of State, contending that the statute is unconstitutional because it relies on religious standards and violates Kalman’s freedom of speech rights.

They are seeking undetermined damages and use of the name.

As far as what the name means, “Kalman says he chose the name because he believes it is better to struggle through difficult times — that is, live in “hell” — than to commit suicide.”

Fair enough.

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