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Tarzan (1999)

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Reviews Counted:100

Fresh:88

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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An instant classic that's fun for viewers of all ages.

Full Review Source: Apollo Guide | comment Comment
01/01/00
Elspeth Haughton
Elspeth Haughton
Apollo Guide

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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Score one more hit for the 'wild, flying man in a loincloth.'

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01/01/00
Marjorie Baumgarten
Marjorie Baumgarten
Austin Chronicle

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)

Disney hews closer to Burroughs, both in concept and in details, than most of the versions that followed.

Full Review Source: Boston Phoenix | comment Comment
03/24/02
Jeffrey Gantz
Jeffrey Gantz
Boston Phoenix

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

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

Highly enjoyable, great looking animated adventure that combines its touching storyline with plenty of wit and style.

Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
09/02/08
Jon Fortgang
Jon Fortgang
Channel 4 Film

Mainstream American animation hasn't produced anything this memorable since Aladdin.

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01/01/00
Lawrence Toppman
Lawrence Toppman
Charlotte Observer

The stylized physiques and movements of the characters in this exciting animated musical-romance-adventure are at once realist and fantastic.

Full Review Source: Chicago Reader | comment Comment
11/13/09
Lisa Alspector
Lisa Alspector
Chicago Reader
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Something deep within the Tarzan myth speaks to us, and Disney's new animated Tarzan captures it.

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01/01/00
Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
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Entertaining and spectacular!

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01/01/00
Michael Wilmington
Michael Wilmington
Chicago Tribune
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An exhilarating adventure with an aching emotional tale at its heart.

Full Review Source: Cincinnati Enquirer | comment Comment
10/15/02
Margaret A. McGurk
Margaret A. McGurk
Cincinnati Enquirer

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

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

No review available.

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01/01/00
Madeleine Williams
Madeleine Williams
Cinematter

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

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01/01/00
Darren D'Addario
Darren D'Addario
Citysearch

Disney has crafted one of its most satisfying family films yet!

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01/01/00
Lucas Hilderbrand
Lucas Hilderbrand
Citysearch

An exciting, accomplished work that ranks with the wonderful Johnny Weissmuller movies.

Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
11/03/05
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid
 
 
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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...

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May 26, 2005: "Tarzan" Director Gets "Enchanted"
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