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...
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| Gia Carides | ... |
Susy Connor
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| Anthony LaPaglia | ... |
Gary Fitzgerald
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| Zoe Carides | ... |
Katy Connor
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| Ray Barrett | ... |
Brian Connor
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Michael Veitch | ... |
Paul Connor
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Catherine Wilkin | ... |
Marion Lee
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| Neil Melville | ... |
Vince
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Jennifer Jarman-Walker | ... |
Ruth Miller
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Grant Tilly | ... |
Steve Lovett
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Beverley Dunn | ... |
President
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Brad Lindsay | ... |
Registrar
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Barry Friedlander | ... |
Mr. Burton
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Iain Murton | ... |
Mr. Hall
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Tim Elston | ... |
Young Brian
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Natalie Gauci | ... |
Young Katy
(as Natalie Gauchi)
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Emily-Jane Romig | ... |
Young Susy
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Daniel Holten | ... |
Young Paul
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| Lisa Aldenhoven | ... |
Stephanie Fitzgerald
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David Allen |
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Caroline Henricks |
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Grant Hyndman |
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John Morris |
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Louise O'Dwyer |
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Leo Taylor |
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Janine Simone |
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Anthony Stevens |
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| John Harvie Morris | ... |
Lawyer (uncredited)
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Directed by
| Richard Franklin | ||
Written by
| Peter Fitzpatrick | ... | (written by) |
| Richard Franklin | ... | (written by) |
| David Williamson | ... | (play) |
Produced by
| Sue Farrelly | ... | producer |
| Richard Franklin | ... | producer |
| Kim McKillop | ... | assistant producer |
Music by
| Nerida Tyson-Chew | ||
Cinematography by
| Geoff Burton | ||
Film Editing by
| David Pulbrook | ||
Editorial Department
| Robert Hall | ... | assistant film editor |
| Ian Letcher | ... | color timer |
| Karen Psaltis | ... | negative cutter |
Casting By
| Gregory Apps | ||
Production Design by
| Tracy Watt | ||
Art Direction by
| Brian Alexander | ||
Set Decoration by
| Jill Eden | ||
Costume Design by
| Roger Kirk | ||
Makeup Department
| Pam Murphy | ... | additional hair stylist: second unit / additional makeup artist: second unit |
| Amanda Rowbottom | ... | makeup artist |
| Leeanne White | ... | makeup artist: second unit |
| Cheryl Williams | ... | hair stylist |
Production Management
| Michael Batchelor | ... | unit manager: second unit |
| Ann Beresford | ... | post-production supervisor (as Anny Beresford) |
| Ray Hennessy | ... | production manager |
| Kim McKillop | ... | post-production supervisor |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Michael Agnew | ... | third assistant director |
| Tanya Jackson | ... | second assistant director |
| Kim McKillop | ... | assistant director: second unit |
| David Pulbrook | ... | second unit director |
| Chris Webb | ... | first assistant director |
Art Department
| Martine Broderick | ... | additional art department: second unit |
| Colin Gearman | ... | construction foreman: second unit |
| Miriam Johnson | ... | art department coordinator |
| Barry Kennedy | ... | stand-by props |
| Paul Macak | ... | additional art department: second unit |
| Helen Saxton | ... | art department runner |
| Walter Sperl | ... | construction manager: second unit |
| Vanessa Thomas | ... | art department: second unit |
Sound Department
| Steve Burgess | ... | sound mixer |
| Lloyd Carrick | ... | sound recordist |
| Frank Lipson | ... | sound designer |
| Gerry Long | ... | foley artist (as Gerard Long) |
| Steve Murphy | ... | stereo sound consultant |
| Glenn Newnham | ... | dialogue editor |
| Ray Phillips | ... | boom operator |
| Roger Savage | ... | sound mixer |
Special Effects by
| Kevin Turner | ... | special effects technician |
Visual Effects by
| Roger Cowland | ... | visual effects (uncredited) |
Camera and Electrical Department
| Brian Adams | ... | gaffer |
| Scott Brokate | ... | key grip |
| Greg De Marigny | ... | third electrician |
| Leilani Hannah | ... | focus puller |
| Robby Hechenberger | ... | gaffer: second unit |
| Terry Howells | ... | camera operator: second unit |
| Tim Hudson | ... | cinematographer: second unit |
| Martin Lee | ... | Steadicam operator: second unit |
| Liza McLean | ... | clapper loader |
| Ian McMillan | ... | Steadicam operator: second unit |
| Jennifer Mitchell | ... | still photographer |
| Josh Moore | ... | assistant grip |
| Timothy Morrison | ... | best boy electric |
| Angelo Sartore | ... | first assistant camera: second unit |
| Peter Stockley | ... | grip |
| John Wheeler | ... | camera operator: second unit |
Casting Department
| Maxine Leach | ... | extras casting |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Caaren Hulme | ... | wardrober: second unit |
| Rachel Nott | ... | stand-by wardrobe |
| Suzanne Quint | ... | additional wardrobe: second unit |
| Kerry Thompson | ... | wardrobe supervisor |
Location Management
| Neil McCart | ... | location manager |
Music Department
| Paul Chew | ... | electronic music recording / music preparation |
| Robin Gray | ... | score mixer |
| Nerida Tyson-Chew | ... | conductor / music producer / orchestrator |
Other crew
| Ian Anderson | ... | laboratory liaison |
| Ann Beresford | ... | continuity (as Anny Beresford) |
| Emma Moroney | ... | production runner |
| Sandi Revelins | ... | production coordinator |
| Neil Robinson | ... | title designer |
| Sophie Siomos | ... | production accountant |
| Kim Travis | ... | production secretary |
| Annette Smith | ... | unit publicist (uncredited) |
Production Companies
Distributors
- Cineplex-Odeon Films (1997) (United States) (theatrical)
- Umbrella Entertainment (2011) (Australia) (theatrical)
- Castle Hill Enterprises (1997) (United States)
- Cineplex-Odeon Home Video (1998) (Canada) (video)
- Peachtree Entertainment (1998) (VHS)
- Snp (United States)
- Trinity Home Entertainment (2007) (United States) (DVD)
- Umbrella Entertainment (2011) (Australia) (DVD)
- Umbrella Entertainment (2011) (Australia) (tv)
- Umbrella Entertainment (2011) (Australia) (video) (VOD)
- Universal Studios Home Video (1998) (United States) (video)
Special Effects
Other Companies
- Australian Film Finance Corporation (AFFC) (funding)
- Film Finances (completion guarantor)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
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, Susy comments that the trauma experienced should entitle her to a compensation payment of $40,000.00. Written by Anonymous |
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| Taglines | The battle of the sexes is now all out war. To survive, you must tell Brilliant Lies See more » |
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Did You Know?
| Trivia | The end credits song, performed by Australian singer Kate Ceberano, with music by Nerida Tyson-Chew and lyrics by Richard Franklin, was nominated for Best Original Song for a Feature Film, Mini-Series, Telemovie or TV Series, at the 1997 Australian Guild of Screen Composers Awards. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Features The Apartment (1960). See more » |
| Soundtracks | BRILLIANT LIES See more » |
| Quotes |
Brian Conner:
You know what the most disappointing thing in my life is? That you became a bloody Christian! Ahh, Son, there is no God! Paul Conner: How can you say that? Brian Conner: Because if there was he'd be bright enough not to recruit the two of you! How can anyone believe that this appalling fruzey, humiliating state of interpersonal warfare we call life is designed by some all loving God! Shit! See more » |