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Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! (1975) Plot Summary & Timeline

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Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! is a 1975 comedy and adventure film directed by Picha and Boris Szulzinger, running 1 hour 8 minutes. This page retells the whole story in 1,006 words (about 4 minutes to read) and covers 13 key events in order, 9 characters, where and when it is set and 3 themes. Looking for the cast, ratings and where to stream it? See the movie page for Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!.

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Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! (1975) movie poster
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Runtime
1h 8m
Directors
Picha and Boris Szulzinger
Original language
French
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What Is Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! About?

The premise of Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! in 285 words, with nothing given away. The full story follows below.

In a wildly exaggerated version of the African jungle, every leaf seems to tremble with a mischievous, adult‑oriented energy. The film paints its world with neon‑bright colors and a frantic, hand‑drawn style that feels as much like a night‑club sketch show as a traditional adventure. Satire and slapstick run side by side, inviting viewers to revel in a landscape where the ordinary collapses into the absurd and nothing is quite what it seems.

At the heart of this chaos is Shame, a hulking ape‑man whose raw strength is matched only by his devotion to his lover, June. Their bond anchors the story, but when June is whisked away by a grotesquely comic gang, the jungle erupts into a madcap rescue mission. The tone remains irreverently playful, teasing the boundaries of adult animation while keeping the emotional stakes surprisingly sincere.

The captors are as outlandish as the setting: a queen named Bazunga, a bald sovereign with an impossible fourteen‑breasted form, commands a legion of oversized, phallic henchmen. Along the way, Shame must navigate a parade of bizarre adversaries—white hunters, a feral lion, and the strange, toothy Molar Men—each adding another layer of surreal obstacle to the quest. The film never pretends to be a conventional hero tale; instead, it revels in the ridiculous, letting the audience laugh at the sheer audacity of its creations.

Joining him is Flicka, a loyal companion whose presence balances the madness with a touch of camaraderie. Together they plunge deeper into the jungle’s most shadowy, untamed corners, hinting at hidden wonders and further eccentricity. The atmosphere is a blend of relentless comedy, vivid imagination, and a hint of daring romance, promising an adventure that is as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.

Full plot

What Happens in Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

The complete story of Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!, from the first scene to the last, in 1,006 words (about 4 minutes). Spoilers throughout. Names in the text link to 6 cast member pages.

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Deep in the African heart of the jungle, a wildly surreal tale unfolds around a cruel ruler who calls herself Queen Bazonga. Paule Emanuele inhabits a colossal blimp that hovers inside a cave carved to resemble a woman’s form, and she dreams of ruling the world. Her plan hinges on appearing formidable, so she pushes for a dramatic change: a full head of hair to command respect. To achieve this, she relies on a bizarre invention devised by her two-headed helper, the Charles of the Pits, a curious schemer who pressures Bazonga toward a risky “scalp transplant” experiment. The two-headed mastermind behind the operation, voiced by Roger Carel, promises that hair from another will give Bazonga the power she seeks, and the queen agrees with a gleeful, if monstrous, certainty.

The mission to obtain a perfect scalp hair begins with Bazonga’s unorthodox approach to expansion. She commands her army of peculiar soldiers—呼ling out a ruthless, almost ceremonial force—to seize June, the maid closely tied to Shame, the jungle’s reluctant ruler. June’s liberation becomes a spark in a tinderbox of ambition and desire: Bazonga wants her hair; Shame wants June back. In a scene that blends pulp fantasy with farce, June is captured after a night of raunchy revelry that unsettles the balance of power in their world. The story doesn’t shy away from the wild energy of these exchanges, but it keeps the focus on the quest and the relationships that drive the adventure.

Georges Aminel lends Shame a dangerous loyalty as he races to rescue June, only to find the plan complicated by chaos and circumstance. A key moment comes when Shame, aided by the loyal Flicka, pieces together a path through the perilous jungle. Their pursuit sets off a chain of frantic events that drag in a troupe of eccentric explorers who crash into the jungle’s edge in search of Shame’s whereabouts.

The explorers are a colorful quartet: the eccentric Professor Cedric Addlepate, the ditzy Stephanie Starlet, the fame-hungry Brutish, and his faithful assistant Short. The Professor, brought to life by Guy Pirauld, is a brilliant if scattershot scientist whose ideas teeter between genius and madcap. Stephanie Starlet, voiced by Laurence Badie, brings a buoyant, if scattershot, charm to the team. Brutish, played by Marc de Géorgi, is driven by the desire for recognition, even at the expense of others, while Short acts as a nervous foil to the troupe’s dynamic. As the explorers move deeper into the jungle, their disparate personalities collide and complicate every plan to link up with Shame and rescue June.

A dramatic crash occurs when their plane sinks into a vast mud pit, trapping the crew and freeing their own wild impulses. The group encounters a tribe of chained dangers, including the Molarman, a chaotic swarm of primates that adds danger at every turn. The Molarman quickly closes in, preying on the crew’s mistakes and testing their wits. In a sequence that blends slapstick with peril, the team’s efforts collide with the jungle’s merciless rhythm, and the plot thickens as they are pulled into Shame’s orbit.

Amid the turmoil, a beer-loving, carefree figure named Craig Baker appears, flying into the fray on a magical carpet pulled by a flock of birds. His offbeat, carefree humor and sudden heroism provide a much-needed pivot in the story. After a few missteps and a tumble from the enchanted ride, Shame and his new ally Flicka – a loyal companion – forge a nearer route toward Bazonga’s lair, even as danger closes in from every direction.

Shame finally reaches Bazonga’s stronghold, where a tense confrontation unfolds. Bazonga, furious at Shame’s insistence that he only desires June, unleashes a flood of security and defiance in a bid to draw him to her side. The lair itself becomes a living maze of danger as the blimp’s systems go haywire. The ceiling of the cave shakes as the main generator overloads and a fiery inferno sparks to life. In a moment of resourceful bravery, Shame lights up an Emergency Fire Alarm, triggering a cascade of chaotic reactions that force Bazonga’s soldiers to scramble for survival. The implosion of Bazonga’s control room signals a dramatic turning point, even as one of the two-headed schemers meets a fatal mistake that alters the balance of power inside the pit.

June is eventually freed as the chaos escalates. She and Shame scramble to escape through the collapsing machinery and flaming corridors, racing toward a way out that will take them away from Bazonga’s collapsing domain. The blimp itself, damaged and unpredictable, begins to drill a path through the cave walls, carving a dangerous route into the jungle below. A dramatic parachute escape becomes their last lifeline as the craft plummets, and the jungle beneath becomes their landing ground.

In the final ascent, Shame and June race for safety as the blimp crashes into Bazonga’s cave, reducing the fortress to rubble and signaling the end of Bazonga’s grasp on the region. The explosion ignites a final flash of transformation: Stephanie Starlet, who survived the chaos, rises as the unlikely new leader of the Molarman and plots a future that could rewrite the contours of the entertainment world itself. Their odyssey closes on a note of unresolved possibility, inviting audiences to imagine what comes next as June and Shame share a quiet moment of relief and mutual respect, their bond forged in a wild landscape where danger and wonder walk hand in hand.

This tale is a fearless blend of adventure and absurdity, anchored by a cast whose voices bring the outlandish characters to life. Each figure moves through a world that blends myth, satire, and a touch of pulp fantasy, inviting viewers to savour the strange humor and unexpected heart at the center of their quest. The result is a long, inventive journey that embraces the cautionary thrill of traveling through a jungle where every turn promises both peril and wonder, and where the unlikely heroism of Shame and the steadfast courage of June prove to be the story’s true heartbeat.

Timeline

Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! Timeline: Every Key Event in Order

13 key events in the order they happen, from “Bazonga's plan to conquer Earth and demand hair” to “Stephanie Starlet's rise to power”. 13 events name a place, across 9 locations.

  1. 1

    Bazonga's plan to conquer Earth and demand hair

    Bazonga, a bald, multi-breasted queen who lives in a blimp housed inside a cave shaped like a woman's legs, reveals her plan to conquer Earth. She insists on having a full head of hair so she’ll be taken seriously, and the scalp-transplant idea is introduced as a means to that end.

    Where:Bazonga's lair (blimp in a cave)

  2. 2

    Charles of the Pits pitches a scalp transplant

    The two-headed assistant Charles of the Pits proposes a scalp transplant as a solution to Bazonga's hair problem. Bazonga considers the plan as a means to gain legitimacy before pursuing conquest.

    Where:Bazonga's lair

  3. 3

    Bazonga orders the kidnapping of June

    Bazonga commands the kidnapping of June, sending out her penis soldiers to seize the maid of Shame. The mission sets the stage for June's role in Bazonga's plans and Shame's eventual quest to rescue her.

    Where:Bazonga's lair

  4. 4

    June ejects Shame and sleeps with Flicka

    That night, June kicks Shame out after another failed night of sex, and ends up sleeping with Flicka, Shame's monkey companion. The relationship strain heightens the personal stakes before June's abduction.

    When:night Where:June and Shame's home in the jungle

  5. 5

    June is kidnapped after an orgy

    The next morning, Bazonga's soldiers barge into June's location and kidnap her after an implied orgy; Shame hears her screams but arrives too late. This marks the start of Shame's urgent rescue mission.

    When:morning Where:Bazonga's lair

  6. 6

    Shame and Flicka set off to rescue June

    Shame vows to save June and sets off on a perilous jungle quest with Flicka at his side. They push through dangerous terrain in pursuit of Bazonga's lair.

    When:morning Where:Jungle

  7. 7

    Plane crash in a giant mud pit

    An airplane carrying four explorers crashes into a giant mud pit in the jungle. The crew—Professor Cedric Addlepate, Stephanie Starlet, Brutish, and Short—cross paths with Shame during their perilous journey.

    Where:Giant mud pit

  8. 8

    Molarman chaos and Craig Baker's rescue

    Brutish and Short lure Shame back toward the plane, while Professor Addlepate is eaten by Molarman and Stephanie Starlet is tied to a tree. The Molarman later overtake Brutish and Short, freeing Shame but leaving him in peril. He is eventually rescued by Craig Baker, a beer-guzzling fratboy who rides a carpet drawn by birds; Craig gets drunk and falls, and Flicka saves Shame.

    Where:Plane and Molarman territory

  9. 9

    Shame and Flicka reach Bazonga's lair

    Shame and Flicka reach Bazonga's lair and prepare to retrieve June. Flicka is told to stay behind while Shame infiltrates to rescue her during the scalp-transplant setup.

    Where:Bazonga's lair

  10. 10

    Shame confronts Bazonga during the ritual

    Shame captures Bazonga's soldiers during a drill and confronts Bazonga, insisting he only wants June. Bazonga's fury drives her to escalate as the scalp-transplant ceremony proceeds.

    Where:Bazonga's lair

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  1. 11

    The blimp fire and Bazonga's demise

    The blimp shifts during the confrontation, its main generator explodes, and Bazonga dies in the fire. In the chaos, one of the Charles of the Pits' heads kills the other, and June is freed amid the upheaval.

    Where:Bazonga's blimp and lair

  2. 12

    Escape and crash onto Bazonga's cave

    Shame and June escape using an emergency two-seated parachute as the blimp tears out of the cave and flies through the jungle. The blimp then crashes onto Bazonga's cave, destroying it forever and leaving Shame and June victorious.

    Where:Bazonga's cave

  3. 13

    Stephanie Starlet's rise to power

    In the aftermath, Stephanie Starlet becomes the leader of the Molar Men and vows to conquer Hollywood. The success of Bazonga's regime hints at a broader threat looming beyond the jungle.

    Where:Hollywood vicinity

Characters

Who Are the Main Characters in Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

9 characters, among them Shame (Georges Aminel), June (Arlette Thomas) and Queen Bazonga (Paule Emanuele): who each one is and the part they play in the story. 8 of them link to the actor’s page.

  • S(

    Shame (Georges Aminel)

    Played by Georges Aminel

    The jungle ruler who vows to rescue June after her kidnapping. Brave and impulsive, he navigates the jungle with a mix of daring feats and comic missteps, driven by loyalty to his mate. His journey anchors the story's mix of action and humor as he fights to save the day.

    • ⚔️ Hero
    • 🧭 Jungle
  • J(

    June (Arlette Thomas)

    Played by Arlette Thomas

    Shame's partner and the kidnapped target around whom the mission centers. She triggers the rescue arc and endures peril as Bazonga's plans unfold, underscoring the personal stakes at the heart of the adventure.

    • 💗 Protagonist
    • 🧭 Jungle
  • QB

    Queen Bazonga (Paule Emanuele)

    Played by Paule Emanuele

    A vain, ruthless ruler who wields power from a blimp above a jungle fortress. She seeks to conquer Earth and achieve legitimacy through a hair-transplant scheme, illustrating vanity and domination. Her downfall comes when the fortress erupts into flames and she cannot escape.

    • 👑 Villain
    • 💥 Power
  • CO

    Charles of the Pits #1 (Pierre Trabaud)

    Played by Pierre Trabaud

    One half of the two-headed assistant duo, a meddlesome inventor-like figure who pushes the scalp-transplant plot. The two heads speak and scheme, adding to the film's absurd humor.

    • 🗯️ Two-Headed
    • 🧠 Inventions
  • CO

    Charles of the Pits #2 (Roger Carel)

    Played by Roger Carel

    The other head of the two-headed duo, often clashing with the first head. Their constant bickering provides comic relief even as they serve Bazonga's chaotic schemes.

    • 🗯️ Two-Headed
    • 🧠 Inventions
  • B(

    Brutish (Marc de Géorgi)

    Played by Marc de Géorgi

    A blustery, fame-hungry explorer who wants to find Shame for notoriety. His boorish behavior and appetite for glory lead to trouble and unpredictable outcomes for the expedition.

    • 🏁 Fame-seeker
    • 🗡️ Rivalry
  • SS

    Stella Starlet (Stephanie Starlet) (Laurence Badie)

    Played by Laurence Badie

    A ditzy, starlet-like member of the expedition who becomes entangled with the jungle's odd factions. She ends up linked to the Molar Men, hinting at shifting power dynamics within the villainous circle.

    • 🎭 Ditsy
    • 👑 Ambition
  • PC

    Professor Cedric Addlepate (Guy Pirauld)

    Played by Guy Piérauld

    An eccentric professor leading the expedition's scientific team. His scalp-transplant machinery and grand plans drive some of the film's madcap tech-humor, contributing to the surreal tone of the adventure.

    • 🧪 Scientist
    • 🧭 Eccentric
  • F

    Flicka

    Shame's loyal monkey companion who aids in the rescue and provides comic relief amid the jungle's chaos.

    • 🐒 Sidekick
    • 🧭 Jungle
Setting

Where and When Is Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! Set?

Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! is set in Africa and Bazonga's blimp lair. Here is why the place matters to the story.

Where

Africa, Bazonga's blimp lair

Set in the deepest parts of Africa, the film unfolds through dense jungle landscapes and a secret lair inside a cave. Bazonga rules from a blimp perched above her hidden fortress, creating a surreal contrast with the wild surroundings. The jungle is alive with creatures and odd happenings as Shame races to rescue June.

  • 🌍 Africa
  • 🗺️ Jungle
  • 🧭 Adventure
Themes

What Are the Themes of Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

3 ideas the story keeps returning to, among them Love & Loyalty, Satire & Absurdity and Adventure & Quest.

  1. 01

    Love & Loyalty

    Shame's mission to save June centers the story on love and devotion. The bond between Shame and June drives risky decisions and daring rescues, anchoring the film's emotional core amid chaos.

  2. 02

    Satire & Absurdity

    The film parodies jungle adventures with over-the-top villains, ridiculous inventions, and bawdy humor. The two-headed Charles of the Pits and the scalp-transplant gag lampoon vanity and pseudo-science, using farce to critique genre conventions.

  3. 03

    Adventure & Quest

    Shame's journey winds through jungle perils, cavern hideouts, and improvised aerial travel, emphasizing an episodic, hunt-for-a-rescuer vibe. The crew's misadventures—monkey sidekicks, flying carpets, and perilous rescues—underscore the film's adventurous spirit. The quest culminates in a dramatic rescue and the fortress's collapse.

Tone & mood

What Kind of Film Is Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

Whimsical in tone, with fast pacing and a moderate story, going by the plot summary.

Tone
Whimsical
Pacing
Fast
Story
Moderate
Intensity
Medium
Ending
Happy

A fast-paced, absurd and raunchy adult cartoon that unfolds as a surreal jungle adventure, blending slapstick peril with a playful and carefree tone throughout its bizarre quest.

  • absurd
  • raunchy
  • playful
  • surreal
  • fantastical
  • frantic
  • quest for love
  • jungle adventure
  • satire
  • rescue mission

Content notes: sexual content, bizarre adult themes.

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5 quick answers about Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!, taken from the plot summary, character guide and setting on this page and the film’s credits.

What is Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! about?

In a wildly exaggerated version of the African jungle, every leaf seems to tremble with a mischievous, adult‑oriented energy. The film paints its world with neon‑bright colors and a frantic, hand‑drawn style that feels as much like a night‑club sketch show as a traditional adventure.

Read the full plot summary

When and where does Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! take place?

Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! is set in Africa and Bazonga's blimp lair. Set in the deepest parts of Africa, the film unfolds through dense jungle landscapes and a secret lair inside a cave.

The setting explained

Who are the main characters in Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

The story follows Shame (Georges Aminel) (played by Georges Aminel), June (Arlette Thomas) (played by Arlette Thomas), Queen Bazonga (Paule Emanuele) (played by Paule Emanuele) and Charles of the Pits #1 (Pierre Trabaud) (played by Pierre Trabaud); the character guide covers 9 characters in all.

All the characters

What are the main themes of Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

The summary picks out 3 themes: Love & Loyalty, Satire & Absurdity and Adventure & Quest.

The themes explained

Who directed Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle!?

Tarzoon: Shame of the Jungle! (1975) was directed by Picha and Boris Szulzinger and runs 1 hour 8 minutes.

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