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1999 Archive - Tarzan

For audiophiles, the archive includes the original ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) sessions. Hearing Tony Goldwyn (Tarzan) grunt and yell without the jungle sound effects is both hilarious and impressive.

This paper surveys the archival materials related to Walt Disney Feature Animation’s 1999 film, Tarzan . It examines the preservation of the film’s groundbreaking "Deep Canvas" technology, the artistic estate of Glen Keane, and the structure of the 1999 Electronic Press Kit (EPK). By analyzing these artifacts, the paper highlights how Tarzan serves as a pivotal transition point between the Disney Renaissance and the Digital Age of animation. tarzan 1999 archive

To allow Tarzan to navigate the dense jungle at high speeds, Disney’s technical team developed . This revolutionary software allowed 2D characters to interact with fully 3D, computer-generated environments that maintained a hand-painted aesthetic. For audiophiles, the archive includes the original ADR