A critically acclaimed short film which offers an insight into the South Asian community in Bury is being screened at a town centre venue.

For God’s Sake is a powerful work created by local filmmakers, directed by Basit Khan and produced by Jack Clarke, and is a bold exploration of tradition, faith and the role of women in contemporary society.

Some of the scenes were filmed at Noor Ul Islam Mosque on Yarwood Street in Bury.

Film stars Bhasker Patel, renowned for his roles in Emmerdale and Indiana Jones: Temple of Doom, alongside Narinder Uppal, fresh from her acclaimed performances in shorts like Different and Honest.

They are joined by talented new performers Ameera Khalid, from Chorlton, Hannah Shamailah from Bury, and Noor Al Ain, from Salford.

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For God’s Sake has already been showcased at HOME in Manchester in April, featured at the Festival of Making in Blackburn in July, and screened as part of a special curated event "Estates of Mind" supporting Gorse Hill Studios in July, highlighting up-and-coming filmmakers in the region.

And the film is now being shown in a free exhibition at Bury Art Museum's Moving Image Gallery until September 24.

Basit said For God’s Sake is more than just a film, it’s a symbol of change in a town where stories like this are seldom seen.

He added: “Films aren’t made here in Bury, and that needs to change.

“This exhibition signifies a new era. We’re creating a platform for voices that have been silent for too long.

“This is about more than just filmmaking - it’s about transformation.

“We’re stepping into a time of radical expression and collective identity.”

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Jack also said it is important to keep community-driven art alive in spaces like the museum.

He said: “Spaces like this are disappearing all too often, leaving communities starved of opportunities to engage with grassroots creativity.

“We can’t just stand by and let that happen. The Bury Art Museum is a lifeline for voices that would otherwise be silenced.

“It’s time for us all to rally behind it and make sure this space continues to exist as a hub for real, raw stories from the people who live here.

“Losing it isn’t an option—we have to fight to keep it alive.”

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Susan Lord, who curated the film for the Moving Image Gallery, said: “We are passionate about supporting and representing all Bury’s diverse communities at Bury Art Museum and forging links with them wherever we can.

“When I was approached about exhibiting the film, I was delighted. It’s made by Bury filmmakers, filmed at a local mosque, and features local actors.

“The film allows you glimpses into the private life of a female seamstress, portraying a part of her life that most people wouldn’t ordinarily get to see.

“It’s a fascinating and powerful story of duty, suppression, beauty, and religion from a female perspective.”