The Tarzan legend swings into sensual territory with Jane's wild perspective.
TARZAN, THE APE MAN
The most beautiful woman of our time in the most erotic adventure of all time.
The Tarzan story from Jane's point of view. Jane Parker visits her father in Africa where she joins him on an expedition. A couple of brief encounters with Tarzan establish a (sexual) bond between her and Tarzan. When the expedition is captured by savages, Tarzan comes to the rescue
Where Jane goes, controversy and coconut oil follow.
John Derek's take on Tarzan swings the spotlight firmly onto Jane, with Bo Derek bringing her signature sultry presence to the jungle. This version doesn't shy away from R-rated sexuality, nor does it pull punches with its more outrageous twists—like Richard Harris’s manic hunter and a tribe intent on making Jane their queen. If you’re looking for a Tarzan that’s less loincloth, more body heat, you’ve found your vine.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Tarzan, the Ape Man is a 1981 American action-adventure comedy-drama film directed by John Derek about Jane Parker traveling to Africa to join her father, only to become entangled with Tarzan, the legendary 'white ape' raised by jungle animals.
Synopsis
Realizing that James is on his trail, Tarzan kidnaps Jane. Jane and Tarzan become fascinated by each other. Jane is then kidnapped by natives who intend to make her a wife of the tribe leader, forcing Tarzan into action. James is killed by the Ivory King, and the natives remove Jane's clothes. Tarzan comes to the rescue and escapes from the natives. Tarzan and Jane fall in love.
Why Cult
This adaptation tells the Tarzan legend from Jane's point of view, focusing on her experiences and desires in the wild.
With an R rating and steamy encounters, this Tarzan swings well into adult territory, especially with its infamous jungle seductions.
Bo Derek’s performance as Jane is both provocative and central, infusing the film with a distinctively sensual energy.
From ivory hunters to tribal rituals and untamed rescues, the film delivers a pulpy safari packed with peril and spectacle.
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Questions from the Vault
What is Tarzan, the Ape Man about? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man is about Jane Parker joining her father in Africa, where she encounters Tarzan, a man raised by apes, leading to dangerous pursuits, steamy encounters, and wild jungle rescues.
When was Tarzan, the Ape Man released? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man was released in 1981.
Who directed Tarzan, the Ape Man? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man was directed by John Derek.
How long is Tarzan, the Ape Man? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man has a runtime of 107 minutes.
What genre is Tarzan, the Ape Man? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man is an action, adventure, comedy, and drama film.
Where can I watch Tarzan, the Ape Man? +
Tarzan, the Ape Man is available to stream on SassyFlix.