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Tarzan (1999)

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Reviews Counted:101

Fresh:89

Rotten:12

Average Rating:7.5/10

Consensus: Disney's Tarzan takes the well-known story to a new level with spirited animation, a brisk pace, and some thrilling action set-pieces..

Runtime: 88 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: Tarzan is an adventure that traces the story of a human baby who is orphaned in the African jungle and lovingly raised by a family of apes. Tarzan's peaceful and sheltered world is turned upside... Tarzan is an adventure that traces the story of a human baby who is orphaned in the African jungle and lovingly raised by a family of apes. Tarzan's peaceful and sheltered world is turned upside down by the arrival of a human expedition and the revelation that he is one of them. As he struggles to decide which "family" he belongs with, his dilemma is further complicated by his feelings for a beautiful young woman named Jane and the discovery that a trusted member of his new human "family" is plotting to harm the apes. With an inspired cast of vocal talents and new technological breakthroughs that bring added depth and dimensionality to the jungle settings, Disney's animated version of Tarzan captures the fantasy, excitement, and imagination of this literary favorite as never before. -- ©2000 Walt Disney Pictures [More]

Starring: Tony Goldwyn, Minnie Driver, Glenn Close, Nigel Hawthorne

Starring: Tony Goldwyn, Minnie Driver, Glenn Close, Nigel Hawthorne, Brian Blessed, Lance Henriksen, Wayne Knight, Alex D. Linz, Rosie O'Donnell

Director: Chris Buck, Kevin Lima

Director: Chris Buck, Kevin Lima
Screenwriter: Tab Murphy, Bob Tzudiker, Noni White
Story: Edgar Rice Burroughs
Composer: Mark Mancina
Producer: Bonnie Arnold

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Animated to perfection, the film is especially captivating as Tarzan zips through the jungle like he's surfing the tree cover.

Full Review Source: E! Online | comment Comment
01/01/00
E! Online

A mediocre movie turned horrid by a bunch of radio-friendly pop songs.

Full Review Source: Juicy Cerebellum | comment Comment
01/01/00
Alex Sandell
Alex Sandell
Juicy Cerebellum

Just as Disney animation has become increasingly impressive, so have Disney animated films become increasingly adult.

Full Review Source: Boxoffice Magazine | comment Comment
10/18/08
Annlee Ellingson
Annlee Ellingson
Boxoffice Magazine

As yawn-inducing as most of his live-action brethren.

Full Review Source: Film Freak Central | comment Comment
01/01/00
Bill Chambers
Bill Chambers
Film Freak Central

A visual delight that will leave you breathless as you soar through the primordial jungle with the legendary ape man.

Full Review Source: rec.arts.movies.reviews | comment Comment
01/01/00
Bob Bloom
Bob Bloom
rec.arts.movies.reviews

The movie itself is filled with more fun than any Tarzan film in decades.

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01/01/00
Bob Fenster
Bob Fenster
Arizona Republic
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It's both a little scary and a lot funny, and kids will no doubt lap it up.

Full Review Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution | comment Comment
02/21/04
Bob Longino
Bob Longino
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Only gets seriously derailed whenever Phil Collins opens his mouth for another pandering, literal-minded pop song.

Full Review Source: Bryant Frazer's Deep Focus | comment Comment
01/01/00
Bryant Frazer
Bryant Frazer
Bryant Frazer's Deep Focus

There is not one frame of this film that I would change.

Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
12/06/05
Chris Gore
Chris Gore
Film Threat

The animation is top-notch!

Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
01/01/00
Christopher Null
Christopher Null
Filmcritic.com

A technical marvel from Disney that shrewdly compresses and streamlines the Disney formula into a more efficient whole.

Full Review Source: Bangor Daily News (Maine) | comment Comment
11/04/05
Christopher Smith
Christopher Smith
Bangor Daily News (Maine)

Seems designed more for its marketing ability than for actual filmmaking potential.

Full Review Source: Matinee Magazine | comment Comment
01/01/00
Chuck Rudolph
Chuck Rudolph
Matinee Magazine

Tarzan is the cinematic equivalent of a Cajun McChicken sandwich — it's a little bit bold, a little bit spicy, and a whole lot of McMovie.

Full Review Source: Mr. Showbiz | comment Comment
01/01/00
Cody Clark
Cody Clark
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The animation is gorgeous, daring, dynamic, and visually thrilling, a step up even for Disney.

Full Review Source: CinemaSense.Com | comment Comment
01/01/00
Cornell & Petricelli
Cornell & Petricelli
CinemaSense.Com

A special film that truly reminds filmgoers of the power of animation!

Full Review Source: Citysearch | comment Comment
01/01/00
Darren D'Addario
Darren D'Addario
Citysearch

A swirling, fluid retelling of the tale that packs an impressive cargo of laughs, thrills and wonders into a watertight 88 minutes!

Full Review Source: Newsweek | comment Comment
01/01/00
David Ansen
David Ansen
Newsweek
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Manages to get the setting, the characters, and best of all the spirit of Tarzan almost right.

Full Review Source: Credo | comment Comment
01/01/00
David Forsmark
David Forsmark
Credo

Here, we have animation at its very best; the hero swings through the trees on vines as if he is on a roller coaster.

Full Review Source: Cinemaphile.org | comment Comment
01/01/00
David Keyes
David Keyes
Cinemaphile.org

Not without its engaging moments.

Full Review Source: rec.arts.movies.reviews | comment Comment
01/01/00
David N. Butterworth
David N. Butterworth
rec.arts.movies.reviews

There's ne'er a dull visual moment!

Full Review Source: Washington Post | comment Comment
01/01/00
Desson Thomson
Desson Thomson
Washington Post
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December 15, 2006: Del Toro To Go Loincloth Route in "Tarzan" Pic
"Hellboy" director Guillermo Del Toro will soon be tackling tamer stuff than demonic heroes and twisted fairytales as he has signed on to direct a "Tarzan"... More...

January 13, 2006: Sarandon Gets "Enchanted"
The Hollywood Reporter brings word that celebrated actress Susan Sarandon will join James Marsden and Amy Adams in Kevin Lima's "Enchanted," which will combine... More...

August 01, 2005: Animated Penguins Go "Surf's Up" with a Colorful Voice Cast
Sony's animated penguin comedy "Surf's Up" won't hit theaters until the summer of '07, but producers have already locked up a pretty impressive roster of voice-actors,... More...

May 26, 2005: "Tarzan" Director Gets "Enchanted"
Variety shares some good news for director Kevin Lima. Disney was looking for a filmmaker to bring their "Enchanted" project to life, and seeing as the movie is a... More...

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