Tarzan II

Tarzan II

Year: 2005

Runtime: 72 mins

Language: English

Director: Brian Smith

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The Legend Begins When one of his missteps puts his family in jeopardy, Tarzan decides they would be better off without him.

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Timeline & Setting – Tarzan II (2005)

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African jungle, Dark Mountain, jungle valley

Tarzan II unfolds in a lush African jungle where gorilla families roam the treetops and riverways. The Dark Mountain provides a rocky refuge that hides dangers and echoes with the monster legend. The jungle valley serves as the central setting where Tarzan, his friends, and foes intersect in a test of loyalty and courage.

🏞️ Jungle 🗻 Mountain 🐾 Wildlife

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Main Characters – Tarzan II (2005)

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Tarzan (Harrison Chad)

A young, energetic Tarzan who longs to prove himself within the gorilla family. He is curious, cheerful, and sometimes impulsive, causing mischief as he seeks acceptance. His bond with Zugor evolves, and his bravery helps him confront fear and protect his friends and family.

🐾 Energetic 💡 Curious 🛡️ Brave

Kala (Glenn Close)

Tarzan's adoptive mother and protector. She is gentle yet strong, nurturing Tarzan and guiding him toward belonging. Her love motivates Tarzan to seek family beyond mere acceptance and to defend those he cares about.

💚 Maternal 🛡️ Protective 🌿 Wise

Terk (Brenda Grate)

Tarzan's best friend, bold and loyal. She brings humor to the group, helps keep Tarzan’s spirits high, and faces danger with determination. Her friendship reinforces Tarzan's sense of belonging and makes the journey feel possible.

🎉 Playful 🗣️ Loyal 🧭 Resourceful

Tantor (Harrison Fahn)

Tarzan's elephant friend who is kind-hearted and cautious. He offers support and steady courage, helping the group navigate risky situations. His presence underscores the theme of chosen family beyond blood ties.

🐘 Gentle 🕊️ Loyal 😊 Cheerful

Zugor (George Carlin)

An old gorilla who pretends to be a monster to keep others away from his territory. He is gruff at first but warms to Tarzan's cheer and helps him eventually. His evolving relationship with Tarzan reframes fear into friendship.

🗝️ Trickster 🧭 Cunning 🐾 Protective

Uto (Brad Garrett)

One of the spoiled gorilla brothers who captures Tarzan and pursues the group. He is aggressive and competitive, acting as a foil to Tarzan's cleverness. His presence raises the stakes for Tarzan to prove himself.

🤼‍♂️ Aggressive 👨‍👦‍👦 Protective 🐒 Mischievous

Kago (Ron Perlman)

Uto's brother and a co-conspirator who shares similar bravado. He contributes to the danger Tarzan must navigate and adds to the dynamic tension within the monster-fearing jungle.

🤼‍♂️ Aggressive 🗝️ Impulsive 🧗 Strong

Mama Gunda (Estelle Harris)

Overprotective mother of Uto and Kago who pursues Tarzan and the others with intensity. She is fierce and determined, challenging Tarzan’s place in the jungle family. Her presence heightens the stakes and underscores the theme of family loyalties.

👩‍👧‍👦 Fiery 🛡️ Protective 🗡️ Dominant

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Major Themes – Tarzan II (2005)

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👪 Belonging

Tarzan's longing to belong drives much of his early behavior; he seeks approval from his gorilla family and Kala's embrace. His cheerful optimism helps him navigate fear and chaos rather than retreat from it. The story explores how true belonging comes from acts of courage, care, and staying true to oneself. By the end, Tarzan accepts that he is part of the family, not just an outsider.

👀 Perception

Zugor's legend as the monster embodies how fear shapes the jungle. Tarzan discovers that the monster is just a disguise, and that truth requires curiosity. The deception tests trust between Tarzan and Zugor and between Tarzan and his friends. The reveal redefines who is a threat and who can be a protector.

💪 Courage

Tarzan grows from a playful risk-taker into a capable survivor who uses wit and traps to survive. He faces Sabor and the tyrannical duo Uto and Kago with resolve, relying on clever plans rather than brute force. His bravery is tied to loyalty to Kala and his gorilla family. The journey shows that courage includes protecting others and owning one's identity.

🤝 Friendship

Terk and Tantor’s loyalty provides Tarzan a support network beyond his gorilla family. They brave the Dark Mountain together, mixing humor with determination. Their friendship helps Tarzan accept help and trust others, reinforcing the theme that family comes in many forms.

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