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Tarzan the Magnificent
After the Banton family rob a store is a small village and kill the local police constable, Tarzan captures one of them, Coy Banton. He decides to return him to the authorities so that the dead policeman's family will benefit from the $5000 reward. The head of the clan, Abel Banton and his two sons have no intention of letting Tarzan deliver Coy and burn the river boat they were to use. Several of the passengers are now stranded forcing Tarzan to take them along on a trek through the jungle. Abel Banton trails them intent not only getting his son back but getting rid of Tarzan.
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Plot Summary
In this iteration, Tarzan is approached by a dying man who entrusts him with a map to a hidden city. Tarzan must protect a captive woman from a tyrannical chief and his tribe while attempting to retrieve the map and its secrets. His jungle skills are put to the test as he navigates treacherous terrain and confronts formidable adversaries.
Critical Reception
Tarzan the Magnificent was a modest entry in the Tarzan film series, generally seen as a competent adventure film that, while not groundbreaking, delivered expected jungle thrills. It received a mixed to positive reception from audiences of the time, who enjoyed the classic Tarzan formula.
What Reviewers Say
Offers standard Tarzan adventure with a focus on action.
Gordon Scott provides a strong physical performance as Tarzan.
The plot, while simple, keeps the adventure moving.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific film on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment for Tarzan films of this era often praised the exotic settings and heroic portrayals.
Fun Fact
This film was one of the last 'Swinging Tarzan' movies made before the character's portrayal shifted in later productions.
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