Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes (1984) is a dramatic retelling of the Tarzan story, focusing on realism and emotional depth rather than pulp adventure. After being raised by apes in the African jungle, John Clayton is discovered and brought back to England, where he struggles to adapt to high society and reconcile his wild upbringing with his aristocratic heritage. The film emphasizes identity, nature versus civilization, and the loss of innocence in a more grounded, serious take on the classic tale.
