Tarzan — X 1995 Exclusive [portable]

: The film remains a topic of discussion for its lush cinematography and the fact that it feels more like an "erotic adventure" than a standard adult film. Details on the legal battle with the Burroughs estate?

And so, they remained in the jungle, a testament to the power of love and the indomitable spirit of the wild. Their story became a legend, a mythic tale of two souls who found each other in the heart of Africa, and who lived happily ever after, in the forbidden jungle.

The "Exclusive" status came from a single, aggressive marketing stunt: They were sold exclusively via mail-order from the back pages of niche magazines like Samurai Cinema and The Dark Side . Each copy came with a "Certificate of Authenticity" signed by the film’s director, Joe D’Amato (a pseudonym for Aristide Massaccesi). tarzan x 1995 exclusive

The movie reimagines the classic Tarzan story as a lurid jungle romp, combining the familiar narrative beats—a shipwrecked aristocrat‘s son raised by apes, an encounter with the curious Jane, and a journey back to “civilization”—with explicit sequences that place it firmly within the adult film genre. The film has a runtime of in some versions and 136 minutes in others, with both softcore and hardcore cuts known to exist.

: Several edits of the film exist, including a "Hard" version with explicit content and "Soft" versions edited for different international markets. : The film remains a topic of discussion

Utilizing lush, tropical environments to mimic the African jungle.

The plot begins with the discovery of the protagonist in a remote region of Africa. Their story became a legend, a mythic tale

Originally released in 1995, with theatrical runs in Turkey (June 16, 1995) and Japan (November 10, 1995).

D’Amato brought with him the sensibilities of an exploitation filmmaker: a keen eye for visuals, a love of exotic locations, and an understanding that audiences wanted more than just explicit content—they wanted a narrative and an atmosphere. Tarzan X is arguably the best example of his work from this period, blending genuine romantic storytelling with hardcore scenes.

After an initial period of discovery and conflict, Jane convinces John to leave the jungle and return with her to . She takes him back to her estate, where his primal nature and raw charisma cause a stir among the other women in the household, including her cousins and the servants. The film‘s third act sees John becoming increasingly disillusioned with the hypocrisies and constraints of Jane’s world, ultimately deciding to abandon her and return to the jungle, which he sees as his true home.