Disney has returned in a big way, with an animated take on Edgar Rice Burroughs' famed story. Aside from Toy Story and The Lion King, this is the best animated feature of the decade--soaring with a story that will touch both children and adults, without insulting the intelligence of either.

Tarzan uses the best of both worlds by integrating both traditional and computer animation to create a visual masterpiece. Adding to the experience is a tremendous vocal talent that includes Tony Goldwyn as Tarzan, Minnie Driver as Jane (the films best vocal work), Glenn Close as Kala, and Lance Henriksen as Kerchak.

Although the film does have it's share of sugar coating, it also touches on serious themes like the death of loved-ones and racism. Tarzan also benefits from Phil Collins' songs that never seem to be intrusive, usually a problem in Disney movies. In a summer full of The Force and International Men of Mystery, Tarzan is a pleasant diversion. It's also clearly one of the years best films.