Tarzan & Jane's shame, also known as "Tarzan & Jane" or "Tarzan X: Shame of Jane," is a 1995 American erotic film directed by Ron Ellis and starring Paige Turco and Ted Levine, but most notably featuring the adult film star, Ron Jeremy.
The film was shot on location in Kenya, a rarity for the adult genre, which gave it an authentic and visually stunning backdrop that most of its peers lacked. The production was helmed by his own company, Butterfly Motion Pictures, and distributed in Italy by Capital Film. The resulting film is a curious blend of D'Amato's exploitation instincts and a surprising amount of heart, setting it apart from the often sterile productions of its era. tarzanx shame of jane 1995
Tarzan-X: Shame of Jane (also known as Tarzan-X: The Shame of Jane Tarzan & Jane's shame, also known as "Tarzan
Critically, it’s (imagine a 1–2/10 scale). Most modern viewers discover it via DVD or streaming as a “so bad it’s funny” experience. It has no connection to Disney’s Tarzan (1999) or any mainstream adaptation. The resulting film is a curious blend of
The technical crew included individuals who would later find success in mainstream global cinema. For instance, the camera work was handled by Daniele Massaccesi, who transitioned from Italian genre films to a prominent career in Hollywood as a cinematographer and camera operator on major franchise films. Legal and Intellectual Property Context
Upon its release in 1995, the film drew immediate scrutiny beyond the typical adult industry channels. The , which rigorously defends the intellectual property rights and trademarks of the Tarzan name, attempted to launch a massive copyright lawsuit against Joe D'Amato and the distribution companies. However, due to international legal loopholes and the film's categorization under parody or adult satire laws in Europe, the Burroughs estate ultimately failed to halt its distribution.
Options for further exploration of this cinematic era include researching the cast, comparing the production to other films of the 1990s, or examining the broader filmography of Joe D'Amato. Share public link