


Tarzan II


Tarzan II
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
1/5
Allusions
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Tarzan II is a family animated adventure focused on Tarzan's childhood, with a generally warm tone that includes some fear and sadness about not fitting in. The main sensitive material involves an accident that injures a mother figure, chase scenes with a leopard, the threat of a supposed monster, and repeated teasing and rejection aimed at Tarzan. The intensity is moderate and clearly stylized, with no graphic violence or adult content, but several suspenseful moments may unsettle younger viewers, especially scenes involving heights, separation from family, and Tarzan's belief that he has caused serious harm. For most children, the story is easier to engage with from about age 5, with extra support if they are sensitive to threatening animals or guilt based stories. Parents may want to explain beforehand that the film is mainly about difference, belonging, and self confidence, within a reassuring family framework.
Synopsis
When one of his missteps puts his family in jeopardy, Tarzan decides they would be better off without him.
Difficult scenes
Early in the story, Tarzan feels different from the other young gorillas, and his mistakes bring frustration, teasing, and disapproval. This pattern of rejection may affect sensitive children because the film clearly shows his shame and fear of putting his family in danger. One important sequence involves an accident on a log above a canyon, where Kala is injured after a loss of balance. The scene is not graphic, but it combines height, the risk of falling, and emotional distress, which can be intense for a young child. Tarzan ends up alone in the jungle and is chased by Sabor the leopard in scenes that are fairly suspenseful for a family film. The animal is presented as a real predator, and the atmosphere becomes darker in the area around the Dark Mountain. The myth of Zugor creates several scary moments, with loud echoing cries in the mountain and the idea of a creature feared by everyone. Even though the film stays accessible, these scenes rely on the unknown and on anticipation, which may worry very young viewers. Mama Gunda and her sons intimidate Tarzan and other characters through their size and aggression, with chase scenes and stylized physical confrontations. There are no detailed injuries, but their hostile and humiliating behavior increases the film's emotional tension.
Where to watch
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About this title
- Format
- Feature film
- Year
- 2005
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Countries
- United States of America
- Original language
- EN
- Directed by
- Brian Smith
- Main cast
- Harrison Chad, George Carlin, Brad Garrett, Ron Perlman, Estelle Harris, Glenn Close, Lance Henriksen, Brenda Grate, Connor Hutcherson, Harrison Fahn
- Studios
- DisneyToon Studios
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
1/5
Allusions
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Tarzan II is a family animated adventure focused on Tarzan's childhood, with a generally warm tone that includes some fear and sadness about not fitting in. The main sensitive material involves an accident that injures a mother figure, chase scenes with a leopard, the threat of a supposed monster, and repeated teasing and rejection aimed at Tarzan. The intensity is moderate and clearly stylized, with no graphic violence or adult content, but several suspenseful moments may unsettle younger viewers, especially scenes involving heights, separation from family, and Tarzan's belief that he has caused serious harm. For most children, the story is easier to engage with from about age 5, with extra support if they are sensitive to threatening animals or guilt based stories. Parents may want to explain beforehand that the film is mainly about difference, belonging, and self confidence, within a reassuring family framework.
Synopsis
When one of his missteps puts his family in jeopardy, Tarzan decides they would be better off without him.
Difficult scenes
Early in the story, Tarzan feels different from the other young gorillas, and his mistakes bring frustration, teasing, and disapproval. This pattern of rejection may affect sensitive children because the film clearly shows his shame and fear of putting his family in danger. One important sequence involves an accident on a log above a canyon, where Kala is injured after a loss of balance. The scene is not graphic, but it combines height, the risk of falling, and emotional distress, which can be intense for a young child. Tarzan ends up alone in the jungle and is chased by Sabor the leopard in scenes that are fairly suspenseful for a family film. The animal is presented as a real predator, and the atmosphere becomes darker in the area around the Dark Mountain. The myth of Zugor creates several scary moments, with loud echoing cries in the mountain and the idea of a creature feared by everyone. Even though the film stays accessible, these scenes rely on the unknown and on anticipation, which may worry very young viewers. Mama Gunda and her sons intimidate Tarzan and other characters through their size and aggression, with chase scenes and stylized physical confrontations. There are no detailed injuries, but their hostile and humiliating behavior increases the film's emotional tension.