The strong, authoritative voice of gorilla leader Kerchak (Christion Dior Draper) calls into question the human boy's belonging, while a spirited gorilla ensemble teases Tarzan's differences.

Given the job of creating Kerchak, the silverback patriarch of the gorilla tribe that takes Tarzan in, Bruce Smith discovered there is precious little film of gorillas in their natural habitats.

A violent thunderstorm has Tarzan, Jane and the rest of the gorilla family seeking shelter in nearby caves. Along the way Tarzan feels unsure that he can protect the family as well as Kerchak did ...

Thomas Griffin Williams becomes a believable Tarzan, even when others play upon his innocence. With few words and impressive leaping exits, Ezekial Andrew provides a powerful Kerchak throughout.

Kerchak orders that the group stay away from the strangers, but Tarzan protests. After another argument, Tarzan secretly returns to the campsite.

Rob Evan will sub for Shuler Hensley as Kerchak in the Broadway production of Tarzan, beginning on March 28. According to a production spokesperson, H ...