Brilliant Lies is based on
David Williamson's play and explores the dynamics of sex and power and questions
of right and wrong, of truth and lies in modern world where values, and even
perceptions are open to question. An attractive young accuses her former
employer of harassment and unfair dismissal, demanding compensation of $40,000.
Our view of the truth of the events shifts as we learn more of each character
and their version of what happened. A public hearing ensues with a surprising
twist. Has justice been served or another 'brilliant lie' perpetrated? The
following activities have been selected with national and state learning
outcomes in mind, across the key learning areas of English, Studies of Society
and Environment, Legal Studies and Media. Secondary teachers are encouraged to
select and modify activities according to the needs of their students.