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Tarzan Escapes

Tarzan Escapes

Action · Adventure · 1936

White hunter Captain Fry tries to take Tarzan back to civilization, caged for public display. He arrives in the jungle with Jane's cousins, Eric and Rita, who want Jane's help in claiming a fortune left her.

Movie details

Tarzan Escapes

“It's New! It's amazing! 2 years to produce!”

1936 Action · Adventure 1h 29m

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6.8 / 10

Community rating

White hunter Captain Fry tries to take Tarzan back to civilization, caged for public display. He arrives in the jungle with Jane's cousins, Eric and Rita, who want Jane's help in claiming a fortune left her.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Richard Thorpe

Written by

Cyril Hume

Johnny Weissmüller

Johnny Weissmüller

Tarzan

Maureen O'Sullivan

Maureen O'Sullivan

Jane

John Buckler

John Buckler

Captain Fry

Benita Hume

Benita Hume

Rita Parker

William Henry

William Henry

Eric Parker

Herbert Mundin

Herbert Mundin

Rawlins

E. E. Clive

E. E. Clive

Masters

Court is in session

Put Tarzan Escapes on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.