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Tarzan And The Treasure
During World War Two, two Japanese army soldiers, Fan from Macau and Zheng from Taiwan, observe the Japanese hiding treasure in the mountains of Malaya. They make a treasure map and keep half each. Later, Zheng’s brother finds out Fan has died. The film opens when Zheng’s brother goes to Macau to buy the other half of the map from his friend’s descendants, having sent his niece Shufen (Liu Qing) and son (Ba Ke) to wait for him in Malaya with their half. But after a series of double- crossings and betrayals, Shufen and the boy set off to search for the treasure alone, with the Macau triads and the police in hot pursuit. At their moment of greatest danger in the jungle, the Taiwanese Tarzan (Gao Ming) swings onto the scene to save them.
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Plot Summary
Tarzan embarks on a perilous journey upriver to rescue a kidnapped surgeon. He must navigate treacherous jungles and outsmart cunning adversaries, including a warlord and a corrupt politician, who seek to exploit the land and its people for their own gain. Along the way, Tarzan is aided by a wise tribal chief and a resourceful American businessman.
Critical Reception
Tarzan and the Great River received a mixed to negative reception, often criticized for its weak plot and uninspired direction. While some elements like Mike Henry's portrayal of Tarzan and the exotic locations were noted, the film generally failed to capture the adventurous spirit of its predecessors. It is considered one of the lesser entries in the Tarzan film series.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Mike Henry's athletic portrayal of Tarzan.
Criticized for a convoluted and predictable plot.
The film's pacing and action sequences were often found to be lackluster.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Tarzan and the Great River are generally unfavorable, with many viewers finding the story unengaging and the action sequences disappointing. Some positive comments occasionally mention the visual appeal of the jungle setting and the effort put into the stunts.
Fun Fact
This film was the first Tarzan movie made entirely in color, despite its less-than-stellar reception.
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