Tarzan 1999
“An immortal legend as you've only imagined.”
What is Tarzan?
The film "Tarzan" is a story about a character who was raised by an ape. This character, an orphan, was taken in by the ape since he was a child.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 17, 1999
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Walt Disney Feature Animation
- Budget
- $130,000,000
- Revenue
- $448,200,000
- Genres
- Animation, Family, Adventure
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Overview
The film "Tarzan" is a story about a character who was raised by an ape. This character, an orphan, was taken in by the ape since he was a child. The ape, referred to as Kala, raised the character as part of its family. The character's life is disrupted when Jane Porter is rescued by the character, leading to a discovery about his human identity. This revelation prompts the character to make a decision about which family he should belong to, his ape family or his human family, represented by Jane Porter.
Should you watch it?
“An orphan raised by apes discovers his human heritage after rescuing an explorer.”
- engaging character development
- exploration of belonging
- dilemma over identity may feel familiar
Watch it if you enjoy stories about finding one's place in the world.
The film contains adventure themes suitable for a general audience.
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Frequently asked questions
Who raised Tarzan?
Tarzan was raised by an ape named Kala.
What happens when Tarzan meets Jane Porter?
Tarzan rescues Jane Porter during an expedition.
What is the central conflict?
Tarzan must decide whether he belongs with his ape family or his human origins.
Is Tarzan human?
Yes, he discovers that he is human after meeting Jane Porter.
How did Tarzan grow up?
He grew up as an orphan raised by an ape.