The Legend of Tarzan

The Berlin Conference leads to the division of the Congo between Belgium and the United Kingdom. This decision sets the stage for future conflicts and exploitation in the region.

Facing near bankruptcy due to massive debts from infrastructure projects like a national railway, the Belgian government is under immense pressure. The situation calls for urgent measures to stabilize the nation’s finances.

In a bid to recover from financial crises, King Leopold II commissions Léon Rom to find the legendary diamonds of Opar. This quest not only highlights the greed of the Belgian monarchy but also sets off a chain of events leading to conflict.

Léon Rom's expedition to locate the diamonds of Opar ends in disaster when his team is ambushed. Rom is left as the sole survivor, struggling to navigate the dire circumstances he now faces.

Chief Mbonga proposes a deal to Rom, offering the diamonds in exchange for capturing Tarzan, whom he views as a threat. This situation reveals the complex dynamics between the tribal leaders and the colonial forces.

In London, John Clayton III, known as Lord Greystoke, lives a life far removed from his past as Tarzan. He enjoys a comfortable life with his wife, Jane, but is haunted by his previous experiences in the jungle.

The British Prime Minister invites John to visit Boma in the Congo to assess its condition under Belgian rule. Initially reluctant, John's curiosity is piqued by Williams' claims about the Belgian treatment of the Congolese.

John, Jane, and Williams arrive in the Congo, where they encounter familiar tribal villages. Jane recalls how John, during his time as Tarzan, saved her from a deadly threat, showcasing the deep bond they share.

During the night, Rom and his mercenaries launch a surprise attack on the tribe, resulting in the abduction of John and Jane. The attack also leads to the tragic killing of the tribe's leader, escalating the conflict.

In a bold move, John and William, aided by local warriors, pursue Rom's steamboat. Their mission reveals the dark side of colonial ambitions as they encounter slaves being transported on a military train.

John reunites with Akut, his childhood friend, now a leader among the apes. Their meeting is fraught with tension as Akut views John's return to human civilization as a betrayal of their shared past.

Jane finds herself captured by Rom aboard his steamboat, leading to a harrowing escape. As she navigates through the dangers of the jungle, she witnesses Rom's brutality first-hand.

In a courageous move, John, Williams, and Akut create a diversion by unleashing a stampede of wildebeests. This dramatic moment serves to rescue Jane from the clutches of Rom and his mercenaries.

John confronts Rom in a tense showdown that culminates in Rom's demise at the hands of hungry crocodiles. This climax underscores the destructive nature of colonial greed and personal vendettas.

Back in England, Williams presents evidence of the horrors inflicted on the Congolese. One year later, John and Jane embrace their life in Africa, welcoming their first child and stepping anew into the legacy of Tarzan.