The first Tarzan film, "Tarzan of the Apes," was released in 1918, starring Gordon Griffith as Tarzan. However, it was the 1932 film "Tarzan the Ape Man," starring Johnny Weissmuller, that catapulted the character to international fame. Weissmuller went on to star in six more Tarzan films, becoming synonymous with the role.
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The film's soundtrack, featuring the talents of Phil Collins, was an instant hit, with songs like "You'll Be in My Heart" and "Trashin' the Camp" becoming chart-toppers. The movie itself was a visual feast, with stunning animation that transported viewers to the lush jungles of Africa.
After Tarzan rescues Jane from a local tribe, the two form a sexual bond.