Director: Robert D. Webb•Genres: Adventure, Action
Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle, is drawn into a dangerous mission when a greedy ivory hunter and a corrupt game warden conspire to exploit the native people and their sacred river. He must race against time to save a kidnapped tribal princess and prevent the hunters from unleashing a plague upon the land by poisoning the river.
While part of a popular film series, 'Tarzan and the Great River' received a generally lukewarm reception. Critics noted its predictable plot and somewhat uninspired action sequences, though the continued appeal of the Tarzan character and the exotic jungle settings provided some entertainment value for audiences.
A by-the-numbers Tarzan adventure that offers little in the way of surprise.
The jungle setting and Mike Henry's portrayal of Tarzan are the film's main draws.
Lacks the excitement and memorable villains of some earlier Tarzan iterations.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Tarzan and the Great River' are mixed, with many appreciating the classic Tarzan formula and the jungle adventure aspect. However, some viewers found the plot to be formulaic and the action less compelling compared to other films in the franchise.
This film was the last theatrical Tarzan film produced by Sy Weintraub's Banner Productions and the final film to star Mike Henry as Tarzan.
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