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Tarzan II

Tarzan II

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2005

G

Director

Brian Smith

Runtime

72 minutes

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Tarzan II functions as a conventional family adventure that prioritizes established character archetypes. While the leads are competent, the film lacks the intentionality needed to engage with complex identities or disrupt traditional social hierarchies. The narrative relies heavily on the biological bonds of the animal kingdom, shifting attention away from human racial or cultural diversity, resulting in a story that feels geographically specific but socially narrow.

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Category Breakdown

Does Tarzan II have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film strictly follows traditional heterosexual norms. The central romance between Tarzan and Jane does not include any representation of diverse gender identities.

How does Tarzan II portray gender?

Fair

Jane is portrayed as an intellectual explorer with specialized scientific knowledge. She plays a significant role in the story but the narrative focuses on a collaborative partnership rather than challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Tarzan II?

Limited

The jungle setting uses anthropomorphic animals to drive the plot. Therefore, the story lacks significant human racial diversity or casting that challenges historical norms.

How does Tarzan II represent religion and culture?

Limited

Themes emphasize the preservation of the nuclear family and Western values of parental guidance. The story operates within a standard moral framework focused on responsibility and belonging.

Does Tarzan II include disability representation?

Minimal

Characters are defined by the physical competence required for jungle survival. There is no representation of neurodivergent or physically disabled characters with narrative ability to act.

Present on Screen

  • Jane is depicted as an intellectual explorer with specialized scientific knowledge.
  • The film provides competent characterization for its primary leads.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks representation of non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities or LGBTQ+ characters.
  • There is no visible or invisible disability representation within the character arcs.
  • The story lacks significant human racial diversity or multi-layered identities.

Official Synopsis

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

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