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The casting of Tarzan-X is a stroke of genius. The role of Tarzan, or "The Ape Man," is played by Rocco Siffredi, an Italian adult film star of immense fame and enduring career longevity. Opposite him is Rosa Caracciolo (sometimes spelled Carraciolo), playing Jane. At the time, the two were in a relationship and would later marry, and their genuine chemistry is a point repeatedly highlighted by fans and critics alike. Their real-life passion translates on-screen, with one Letterboxd review stating, "their passion radiates off the screen," a stark contrast to the often mechanical nature of the genre. Their performances are often cited as the film's greatest strength, elevating it above mere pornography into something more akin to a romantic drama with explicit content. The supporting cast includes actors like Nikita Gross and Attila Schuszter, but Siffredi and Caracciolo are the undeniable heart of the film. Joe D'Amato, known as the "Italian exploitation king,"