So far, the most entertaining film of the year.
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06/18/02
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... [More]
Starring: Tony Goldwyn, Minnie Driver, Glenn Close, Nigel Hawthorne
Director: Chris Buck, Kevin Lima
Reviews for Tarzan
A buoyant, often thrilling piece of animation that more or less does for the Central African rain forest what The Lion King did for the East African savanna.
04/03/02
Disney hews closer to Burroughs, both in concept and in details, than most of the versions that followed.
03/24/02
Travels light, moves quickly and leaves very little in its wake.
03/22/02
A fine family film that affirms our spirit connection with all members of the animal kingdom.
03/03/02
Minnie Driver gives Jane a throaty, teasing allure that suggests nights in the jungle won't be Disney dull for the T-man.
05/11/01
a fast-paced visual marvel with heart and a bit of humor
02/27/01
Another beautifully-crafted film with a compelling story line from the people who seem to churn this stuff out like clockwork.
01/01/01
Animated to perfection, the film is especially captivating as Tarzan zips through the jungle like he's surfing the tree cover.
01/01/00
A mediocre movie turned horrid by a bunch of radio-friendly pop songs.
01/01/00
As yawn-inducing as most of his live-action brethren.
01/01/00
A visual delight that will leave you breathless as you soar through the primordial jungle with the legendary ape man.
01/01/00
The movie itself is filled with more fun than any Tarzan film in decades.
01/01/00
Only gets seriously derailed whenever Phil Collins opens his mouth for another pandering, literal-minded pop song.
01/01/00
The animation is top-notch!
01/01/00
Seems designed more for its marketing ability than for actual filmmaking potential.
01/01/00
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.
01/01/00
The animation is gorgeous, daring, dynamic, and visually thrilling, a step up even for Disney.
01/01/00
A special film that truly reminds filmgoers of the power of animation!
01/01/00
A swirling, fluid retelling of the tale that packs an impressive cargo of laughs, thrills and wonders into a watertight 88 minutes!
01/01/00
Latest News for Tarzan
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:
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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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