The Lost Tribe

The Lost Tribe

Year: 1949

Runtime: 72 mins

Language: English

Director: William Berke

AdventureCrimeAction

Jungle Jim fights a lion and sharks trying to save an African village from those who would despoil it.

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Timeline & Setting – The Lost Tribe (1949)

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Location

Dzamm, Africa

Dzamm is a fabled African city rumored to house crates of precious stones locked in its ancient temple. The expedition threads through dense jungle and perilous terrain as treasure-seekers push toward its heart. The city becomes the battleground where greed clashes with diplomacy, testing courage and resolve.

🗺️ Jungle setting 🐾 African wilderness 🏺 Temple treasures

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Main Characters – The Lost Tribe (1949)

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Jungle Jim (Johnny Weissmüller)

An agile jungle explorer who aids Li Wanna and resists Rawlings' looting. He befriends a rescued gorilla and uses swift, practical thinking to escape danger and guide others toward safety. His resourcefulness and courage keep the group moving against overwhelming odds.

🧭 Adventurer 🤝 Ally 🐒 Animal Friend

Li Wanna (Elena Verdugo)

Daughter of Dzamm's chief religious official Zoron, she seeks Jungle Jim's help to defend her people. She remains focused on protecting Dzamm's temple and treasures, while also navigating danger and deception around Rawlings' crew.

🗺️ Native Ally 🤝 Partner

Zoron (Nelson Leigh)

Dzamm's chief religious official and Li Wanna's father. He provides spiritual authority and acts as a mediator, advocating for a peaceful path to resolve the crisis and restore order in Dzamm.

🗿 Authority 🕊️ Mediator

Captain Rawlings (Ralph Dunn)

A mercenary leader determined to plunder Dzamm’s temple for wealth. He commands a crew of henchmen with ruthless efficiency and meets his end as greed leads to downfall.

💰 Villain 🗡️ Mercenary

Norina (Myrna Dell)

Calhoun's niece who becomes entangled in the plot and is connected to the payroll backing Rawlings. Her actions contribute to the deception and tension that push the story toward a climactic confrontation.

🕷️ Manipulator 👤 Antagonist

Calhoun (Joseph Vitale)

A businessman who hypnotizes Chot and collaborates with Norina. He is driven by self-interest and participates in the scheme to loot Dzamm.

🧠 Schemer 💼 Antagonist

Zimba (Ray Corrigan)

Jungle Jim's gorilla ally who defends the temple with surprising intelligence. His bond with Jungle Jim demonstrates loyalty and courage in the face of danger.

🦍 Ally 🐾 Wild Friend

Kesler (John Merton)

One of Rawlings' henchmen who pursues Jungle Jim and the others, contributing to the peril surrounding the expedition.

🗡️ Henchman ⚔️ Antagonist

Avery (Lee Roberts)

Another henchman under Rawlings' command, participating in the expedition and facilitating the assault on Dzamm.

🗡️ Henchman ⚔️ Antagonist

Chot (Paul Marion)

Wanna's brother who is hypnotized by Calhoun. His predicament and ultimate wounding intensify the stakes and contribute to the drama surrounding the treasure and the temple.

🧭 Family ties ⚔️ Wounded

Dojek (Gil Perkins)

A member of Rawlings' crew who participates in the raid on Dzamm and meets the consequences of the looting.

🗡️ Henchman ⚔️ Antagonist

Lerch (Charles Schaeffer)

One of the looters accompanying Rawlings, involved in the temple raid and its chaotic aftermath.

🗡️ Henchman ⚔️ Antagonist

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Major Themes – The Lost Tribe (1949)

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💎 Greed vs Peace

The quest for Dzamm's treasure drives the central conflict. Rawlings and Calhoun push to loot the temple, while Jungle Jim and Li Wanna seek a peaceful resolution. The plan to offer diamonds as a concession highlights how wealth can both tempt and temptingly corrupt, yet also serve as a tool for reconciliation.

🦁 Nature and Danger

The African wilderness acts as both threat and ally, with lions menacing the expedition and a loyal gorilla joining forces with Jungle Jim. Animals shape the action, from predatory encounters to moments of rescue and alliance. The setting uses wildlife to test bravery and ingenuity.

🤝 Loyalty and Betrayal

Norina and Calhoun are revealed to be on Rawlings' payroll, testing trust among the protagonists. Jungle Jim must navigate shifting loyalties and decide where his true duty lies. The tension between manipulation and integrity drives the narrative toward its resolution.

Last Updated: October 05, 2025 at 08:34

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