IMDb 6 1996 HD

Brilliant Lies

Brilliant Lies

1996
Drama
94 min R USA
4.143 / 10
6 IMDB

Susy Conner accuses former employer, Gary Fitzgerald, of harassment and unfair dismissal for failing to comply with his sexual demands. Relating the incident to conciliation lawyer, Marion Lee,…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Tanya Jackson / David Pulbrook / Michael Agnew / Ann Beresford / Chris Webb / Richard Franklin
Starring
Anthony LaPaglia / Zoe Carides / Ray Barrett / Michael Veitch / Gia Carides / Catherine Wilkin / Neil Melville / Jennifer Jarman-Walker

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Reviews

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Sophia Bell
May 15, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Exploring the murky waters of workplace accusations, 'Brilliant Lies' presents a focused narrative driven by its central performances. Zoe Carides as Susy Conner navigates the complexities of her predicament with a performance that feels both authentic and compelling.…

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Liam O'Connell
May 15, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A potent and deeply affecting drama, 'Brilliant Lies' stands out for its raw portrayal of a woman's struggle for vindication. Zoe Carides is superb, embodying Susy Conner with a potent mix of vulnerability and steely resolve. Anthony LaPaglia…

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Chloe Davies
May 15, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This Australian drama, 'Brilliant Lies', tackles a difficult subject with a straightforward approach. Zoe Carides is convincing as Susy Conner, a woman seeking justice and compensation after an alleged workplace incident. Anthony LaPaglia provides a solid presence as…

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Marcus Thorne
May 15, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Brilliant Lies' offers a compelling, if at times intense, examination of workplace harassment and its devastating consequences. Zoe Carides delivers a nuanced performance as Susy Conner, effectively conveying the emotional turmoil of her situation. Anthony LaPaglia’s portrayal of…

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Eleanor Vance
May 15, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Anthony LaPaglia anchors 'Brilliant Lies' with a performance that oscillates between charm and menace, making Gary Fitzgerald a complex antagonist. Zoe Carides, as Susy Conner, carries the weight of her character's trauma with admirable resilience, though at times…

FAQs

Susy Conner is seeking a substantial compensation payment of $40,000.00 from her former employer, Gary Fitzgerald. She believes this amount is warranted due to the trauma she experienced as a result of alleged sexual harassment and her subsequent unfair dismissal. Her discussions with the conciliation lawyer, Marion Lee, centre on achieving this financial redress.