Because of the copyright situation, the character played by Rocco Siffredi is never explicitly called "Tarzan" in the dialogue, though the name is featured in the film's marketing and title. Critical Reception: Reviewers on Letterboxd
The phrase "Shame of Jane" has an interesting origin. While it may sound original, it is actually a direct nod to a notable predecessor: the 1975 French adult animated musical parody, Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle (French: Tarzoon, la honte de la jungle ). This raunchy, comedic animated film was infamous in its own right and clearly served as inspiration for D'Amato's title. Tarzan-X - Shame Of Jane -
D’Amato, who cut his teeth on gore films like Buio Omega (Beyond the Darkness), employs his horror lighting techniques here. The sex scenes are often lit with single, harsh source lights (campfires, lanterns), casting deep shadows that obscure as much as they reveal. This wasn't artsy intention, but necessity—hide the cheap sets. Ironically, this makes Tarzan-X feel more like a gothic horror film than a porno. Because of the copyright situation, the character played
"Tarzan-X - Shame Of Jane" is an adult film directed by Steven S. Sherman and produced by Marc Bennett. The film is a parody of the classic Tarzan story, with a plot that revolves around Jane, Tarzan's love interest, being forced into prostitution. The film features explicit sex scenes, including group sex and BDSM activities. The movie's trailer and promotional materials showcased its graphic content, which contributed to the widespread criticism and outrage. This raunchy, comedic animated film was infamous in
However, the story of Tarzan-X becomes a bit complicated when discussing its sequels. The film is also known by its Italian title, Tharzan - La vera storia del figlio della giungla . It is considered the original, full-length "Part One". However, it was later re-edited and repackaged in different ways. A "sequel" or "follow-up" film, often titled Tarzhard: The Return , was also released. This is where things get controversial. Rather than being a true sequel shot in Africa, this film was seen as a cheap cash-in.
However, the rigid constraints of civilization create a profound culture shock. The Ape-Man's hyper-masculine and feral nature continuously clashes with the repressed, polite expectations of Jane's wealthy peers, culminating in a series of highly charged encounters involving servants, socialites, and rival suitors. Behind the Scenes and Production Value
The film explores themes of cultural clashes, creative differences, and the adult film industry. The humor is primarily slapstick, with comedic moments arising from the characters' misadventures and misunderstandings.