Man of La Mancha - Dulcinea (1972)

Music by Mitch Leigh
Lyrics by Joe Darion
Performed by Simon Gilbert (dubbing Peter O'Toole) and Men's Chorus
Lyrics:
I have dreamed thee too long
Never seen thee or touched thee
But known thee with all of my heart
Half a prayer, half a song
Thou hast always been with me
Though we have been always apart
Dulcinea... Dulcinea...
I see heaven when I see thee, Dulcinea
And thy name is like a prayer
An angel whispers... Dulcinea... Dulcinea
If I reach out to thee
Do not tremble and shrink
From the touch of my hand on thy hair
Let my fingers but see
Thou art warm and alive
And no phantom to fade in the air
Dulcinea... Dulcinea...
I have sought thee, sung thee
Dreamed thee, Dulcinea
Now I've found thee
And the world shall know thy glory
Dulcinea... Dulcinea
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[@PassengersMusic777]

Many people say Don Quixote was insane... if all of mankind were as just, honest, loving, and chivalrous as he was, the world would be a better place. The only reason he was seen as crazy was because no one can ever relate to those ideals

[@philipdavis5050]

Later in the play Cervantes says that perhaps real madness is living life as it is instead of how it ought to be.

[@dars5229]

An individual delusion of chivalry, romance and idealism is better than the collective insanity of cruelty, evil, and meaninglessness.

[@roundandsquareful]

I agree

[@hikemartman7971]

No. He is bonkers. He sees things from a unique vantage, very rose colored glasses vibe. But life isn’t math. Magic exists. Miracles happen, and sometimes if you are the right kinda nuts, the world turns a few degrees your way, hopefully for the better.

[@danheitkamp506]

Yet, you can relate to those ideals. Wish many more could.

[@trevormiles5852]

when a kid. woke up every sunday morning to this album. Thanks dad..

[@killyourtelevision]

I can remember this from hearing my parents play it as well.

[@yuckyool]

Yeah, it took me 40 years to actually be interested in watching it again . . .

[@eriktapia4981]

Cute

[@harrycontos3847]

@@yuckyool I always loved it and so much more now than ever as my dad is transitioning and me Trudy and my brother get him home, love and thanks to a dad who had such a great love for music

[@lauradockham6039]

Me too!

[@barabi51]

A true love song. Offering everything, asking nothing in return but the privilege of serving his lady.

[@DDFISHERMAN16]

Done Quixote is the most sane person ever. He has the courage to understand that life is what you alone make of it. As far as Ducinea, ugh, I am overwhelmed by her beauty and the story told by her eyes.

[@LetThePeopleSingEN1]

I am 'the' Simon Gilbert who sang on behalf of Peter O'Toole and I still love performing the songs today.

[@thomasmartin79]

Absolutely wonderful song. It brings back memories of when I first heard this on a marriage retreat with my wife.... They used this song to reconnect and strengthen married couples. Very powerful.

[@Bored_Barbarian]

“The Impossible Dream” is one of my favorite musical songs of all time. So glad you were able to lend your voice to the work.

[@kennethmorgan6516]

Even thou this thread is 10 years old, happy to report Mr Gilbert is still with us. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Gilbert_(tenor)

[@frankreedy6437]

Wow now that’s amazing!

[@eulaliadiazyague4066]

You made a marvellous job!!!!

[@amie1968]

I can't hear this song without tearing up! It's so beautiful ... Sad and beautiful! To me its not that he sees only good in people, its that when he tells her how beautiful and virtuous she is, she transforms into exactly that! His dream becomes reality... That is beautiful. In life we often see ourselves as others do, good or bad.

[@T_bone]

Yes! That is what makes this such an amazing story. Is he mad or does he see things in a way that makes them more wonderous?

[@lainerichardson9533]

he actually saw her, not used as the men in the village had used her and her dreams had died. To them, she was something to use and she had believed them. She eventually saw her value again through his eyes and that not all men just wanted her for one thing.

[@Gpacharlie]

I stumbled upon this tale, of Don Quixote and Dulcinea and the impossible dream from my bed of pain this morning. God wants us all to be hopelessly romantic and pure in heart like the man of La Mancha. He sees us, each one of us in the same way as Don Quixote seeks his Dulcinea. God has that same passion for you.

[@j.b.9581]

What a beautiful sentiment. Miguel De Cervantes was a genius in his own right. I firmly believe that Senor Cervantes had that rare ability to see the good in all hearts too. Bless you.

[@Leo-sd6pw]

God bless you❤

[@TheRickeyracoon123]

I always see this and i felt like Don Quixote. I maybe silly and looney , but I give all of my life to My Ducinea since she is more then anything else in this world. There is chivalry in this world still

[@mymorningglory8489]

What a masterful character created by a 16th Century playwright, no less! This is one of the best movie productions of a Broadway play that I've ever been blessed to see!

[@Styxswimmer]

The man who wrote Don Quixote was enslaved for 5 years until a friend bought his freedom. I find it astounding how he could maintain the ideals of love and courage after such an experience. Amazing that he could write such a masterpiece after such a past.

[@rafaellopez9159]

¡Por un dramaturgo del siglo XVI!, ¡hay que afinar mucho más!, fue escrita por don Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, español, y la obra se publico en el inicio del siglo XVII. Rafael López

[@joemonteleonezollo4967]

He saw past her situation and reached the the pure little girl for that moment she was innocent of her circumstances. Wow!! So powerfully emotional.😢. Only to be violated by reality. Gripping! From joy to anguish.

[@danielnovak16]

I have dreamed thee too long, Never seen thee or touched thee. But known thee with all of my heart. Half a prayer, half a song, Thou hast always been with me, Though we have been always apart. Dulcinea... Dulcinea... I see heaven when I see thee, Dulcinea, And thy name is like a prayer An angel whispers... Dulcinea... Dulcinea! If I reach out to thee, Do not tremble and shrink From the touch of my hand on thy hair. Let my fingers but see Thou art warm and alive, And no phantom to fade in the air. Dulcinea... Dulcinea... I have sought thee, sung thee, Dreamed thee, Dulcinea! Now I've found thee, And the world shall know thy glory, Dulcinea... Dulcinea!

[@bellyung2560]

How can a woman resist a man that makes her feel beautiful and special?

[@marywilliams6367]

my mom and i used to sing this to each other. “dulcimomma” and “dulcimaea”. i miss you momma ♥️

[@blackoutrus]

if all men had a small amount of this man in them,well onward to glory we go.

[@juliejeller3063]

Peter O'Toole was one of my favorite actors. I loved him in Man of LA Mancha

[@jeffschecter4543]

in the play the padre later sings the following "To each his Dulcinea, that he alone can name. To each a secret hiding place where he can find the haunting face to light his secret flame. For with his Dulcinea beside him, so to stand.. a man can do quite anything, outfly the bird upon the wing, hold moonlight in his hand. YET if you build your life on dreams its prudent to recall, the man with moonlight in his hand has nothing there at all. There is no Dulcinea. Shes made of flame and air. And yet how lovely life could seem if every man could weave a dream to keep him from despair. To Each His Dulcinea... thought shes nought but flame and air........"

[@1563MN]

I read somewhere that this movie was panned, but I LOVE it. Its my very favorite movie. I think Sophia Loren makes the perfect Aldonza/Dulcinea and the other cast members are great. I think the story is WONDERFUL. I see it as a spiritual alagory with much truth in a good story.

[@jbard15]

quixote sings so sweetly and sincerely while the male ensemble mocks him and plays with her heart

[@111Jabberwocky]

Im walking down the isle to this song really soon. Soo excited ! wish me luck!

[@C.J2547]

this is my most favorite song in the whole movie.

[@photowelder]

I believe his "insanity" is the only thing keeping him happy and grounded in a world where the establishment i.e. the Inquisition tries to dominate the human spirit into its accepted perception of complicity and obedience. He is the sanest of them all; he is is own lifeline. And his heart is full of the purity and clarity of love...

[@bertfannin230]

This is sad,and yet, some how glorious.

[@tomaswalsh-gomez8042]

Such a beautiful song.

[@danielbennion80]

My favorite movie of all time. 👌 👍👍

[@kathyjarvis8191]

I love the Man of La Mancha music. It is just beautiful.

[@hollys297]

So pure and good, I love the gentleness yet strength of his voice. I love this so much

[@ILOVEJOJOVEVO]

The most beautiful song ever

[@RichardSanchez137]

Today's standards Don Quixote unwavering devotion and love would be considered a weakness.

[@frederickcoots2289]

I suppose many men search for their Dulcinea, but they like Don Quixote, are distracted by those "darn" windmills. My windmills seem to "pop up" during the years, but I finally found my true Dulcinea.

[@frederickcoots2289]

My Dulcinea is a beautiful lady with a heavenly voice. Whenever I think of her, I experience extreme happiness. She is in my prayers each night. I thank the Good Lord for his Gift to me this past Christmas.

[@jeffledp]

Hell has not seen nor Heaven created... the one who can prevail against me.

[@moscowvicent831]

same

[@wilhelm_mordgesicht]

I fucking hate windmills

[@alisabethejergens254]

Frederick Coots was

[@Alexandra-ml4pt]

This will always remind me of my beloved friend James. Who was my best friend and also a grandfather figure in my life. Thank you for introducing me to this lovely movie. I will miss you for the rest of my life. Thank you for everything ❤️

[@Potomacstud]

Peter O Toole rightly deserved to have an Oscar for his performance ..... Its only fair :(

[@trevormiles5852]

Even as a ten year old kid, this song resonated with me.

[@marciobontempo972]

Marvelous. Nothing like this has been done again. What a poem

[@MrAmerilias]

This world , neeeds more knights than ever , please let love overcome all of this evil that we are all facing today , let the knights win!

[@leticiarodriguez9266]

I took modern literature in HS & remember this….I thank my teacher for opening me up to beautiful stories…

[@rudolftrost3534]

Love in its purest form. However much I like Les Miserables, this remains my favourite musical of all time.

[@mrfuzzer1]

What are you talking about? He is just projecting stuff upon a canvas. This isnt pure love, its not even love. Its fantasy.

[@rudolftrost3534]

Mikael Andersson This does not even deserve an answer, Mikhael. If you do not understand what I'm talking about, you're probably too young to ever get the meaning of what I want to express. Your comment is neither here nor there.

[@TheTonyTamer]

he says so himself in the movie- he is an idealist - he sees her at her best and she becomes it - it is not fantasy - it is built upon reality but goes to the mountaintops - the swineherds see her as her worst -Aldonza , the whore, like she believed herself to be before she had Don Quixote to believe in her. Have you ever heard of the late bloomer experiment ? Believing in someone can help them be a better version of themselves - not a fantasy. He is in love with her - deeply.

[@mrfuzzer1]

No he isn't. He doesn't even know her at that point. He created her before they met and just picked some random woman to project it on. Btw attacking my age and not my point is a an ad hominem and not a valid argument. But I'm I'm 27 if it matters to you.

[@rudolftrost3534]

My apologies, Mikhael, but I think you too much of a realist to truly get what this story stands for - despite your age and learned head (ad hominen, really, using Latin?). By the way, I did not intend to 'attack your perceived age,' only your lack of understanding (MLOTI). I myself am 58 and have seen my share of life. The fact that he is a dreamer and 'just picked some random woman' is NOT the point here. It is an idea given form. Just watch the "Impossible Dream" sequence for more clarity. Turn down the sense of realism and enjoy the story for its universal message.

[@frankreedy6437]

Reeks of innocence, desperation, love and beauty. His quest fulfilled.

[@indigocheetah4172]

Man of La Mancha ,I have seen twice . In Brisbane , at the QPAC theatre . As a flight attendant with an Australian Airline . We over nighted in a small town , Gove, in northern Australia The locals put a sheet up and they had an old projector . Everyone enjoyed the film , including me .

[@deedeelizard]

I have only just discovered this film and I adore it :)

[@schris413]

Love pure and chaste from afar. This world would be a better place if all believed in that.

[@bradjames891]

there must be no more pornography.

[@ToddAndelin]

Some amazing acting in this movie....

[@TheJoeyboots]

Always makes me cry. Peter O'Toole is the best Don Quixote. I know he read the book. Spoon fed to the curious..

[@IAmGunzNoob]

Favorite song of the whole entire play

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

La Mancha is a region in Spain, and the name is derived from the Arab word al-mansha, meaning "the dry land" or "wilderness.".

[@oscaburns]

My favourite film by a long way. Fantastic performances, superb numbers. Very moving. I don't think i've seen this film without shedding a tear or two. My mrs reckons i'm a little idealistic, wanting the best out of people, but constantly being disappointed with how 'real life' actually is.

[@mammankuru7821]

Thank you Aunt Diane, now I understand clearly. Bless you a thousand folds

[@HeyImLeaky]

My spanish teacher played this movie for our class at the end of the year and I absolutely loved it!

[@ColleenMcShea]

Wish of mine had! We did get Selena once, but that was it. Good teacher.

[@studies1631]

Dulcinéia. I love this song

[@jayhutchens8140]

What a Beautiful Song!!!! The Crowd makes Fun of it!!!!

[@ricaurtemenapino6707]

Es una de las mejores películas en lengua española llevada a la pantalla grande llena de amor y romance de fiel enamorado por un motivo más cercano y comprometido Dulcinea.

[@Oliveras1943]

Desde Rene Oliveras en nueva jersey estados unidos

[@MrOphachew]

RIP Peter O'Toole

[@Sheislilyx]

I feel so sorry for Don Quijote... it simply breaks my heart. Such a beautiful song.

[@WampumTribe]

"Margarita... Margarita... I see heaven when I see thee, Margarita. And thy name is like a prayer an angel whispers... Margarita... Margarita." The lullaby I sang to my dearest darling daughter. This and the "Ballad of the Green Berets": Fighting soldiers from the sky, fearless men who jump and die...

[@pris613]

People are quick to dismiss those who make them think badly of themselves,

[@offwiththehats]

Agreed. One of the best love songs ever made.

[@ColleenMcShea]

Just saw this whole thing for the first time in years (plug for Amazon Prime!) and confirmed that (along with Barnum & maybe 1776) it’s simply one of the most underrated shows. It has such good variety of song styles complete with dashes of Spanish flair (not here so much, but in the song “Don Quixote, for example). And I realized that had this been made either sooner or later… like when musicals had sort of a revival around when Chicago came out… it may have been somehow more effective overall. BUT then we may never have had O’Toole’s terrific performance. Even though the ‘70’s had two or three great ones like Fiddler, I think realism was in and overall it was just an iffy decade for the movie musical. But both their performances were perfect and shall always love this music. Curious whether anyone agrees that another decade or director would’ve made a difference, or whether there are a few that simply don’t translate quite as well from stage to screen. 🎭

[@googleisgay3289]

Raquel Welch is absolutely timeless. Tears to the eyes is her middle name.

[@j.b.9581]

It's Sophia Loren, from Italy. Both ladies are Great Beauties, I can understand your slight mix up. May you love with a pure heart and stand with the truth sayers on the last day.

[@shastasnow5068]

I first watched this play in real life and I still love this play today

[@skoolsuxalot]

my heart melts when I hear this song!

[@SuperBenilda]

me encanta como la mira..es muy tierno y adorable este personaje..ya quisiera tener un quijote para mi.

[@loridale4841]

I love this movie!

[@DanielSwartfiguer]

The movie 'Man Of La Mancha' brought me here.

[@argylejegirl]

Awwwe, this is so beautiful :) I love this story!

[@rons9946]

i love this still cool in 2022

[@yitzyemet7906]

This got me misty eyed!

[@David19553]

Thank you. 😇

[@clairerobsin]

Miguel de Cervantes, who wrote this book, was born and died the same years as William Shakespeare but they apparently didn't know about each other at the time.

[@franzt8955]

Shakespeare obviously know about Cervantes, who was very infuential. Cervantes probably didn't because back then, the literature from the south was influencing the north, not the reverse. Also Shakespeare legacy and influence outside of his country happened mostly after his death.

[@fchaux]

what a master piece it is,,,,

[@wwadebatista]

Ever miss loving pure and chaste and innocence..

[@lucaslopez-np8jx]

its ashame young people today well atleast 90% will never appreciate great music, its okay if you like rap, rock or country but to listen to one genre 24/7 would drive me crazy, i listen to anythin that sounds good to my ears regardless of what it is

[@Miguel-fc9st]

lucas lopez

[@eoadedapo2071]

Thank you Stephen R. Convey for bringing me here via your book. 7 habits of highly effective people

[@G4br13LD4u3r]

beautiful, so lovely lovely like the most beautiful love

[@joekwok3941]

I always felt the British actors and actresses are a cut above! Peter O'toole he was a great.

[@ArloNema]

R.I.P.

[@leelanjoy]

Great !

[@HearBobbyRoar]

Quantum Leap made me appreciate this. Sophia Loren made me appreciate it more.

[@jairoantoniomendez5506]

Esta Obra Maestra de ese Loco Maravilloso Don Quijote de la Mancha es Para mi La mas Grande de la Literatura Universal, y Vaya,Yo jamas llegue Siquiera a Imaginarme que mi Estrella Favorita la Siempre Magnifica Sophia Loren la Llegaria a Interpretar y Aportar con su Monstruoso talento y esa Encantadora Sensiblidad a la Inmortal Dulcinea. Ahora Comprendo Por que Su gran Maestro el Genial Vittorio de Sica la Llamo Actriz Todo Terreno.

[@BitterSweetWeirdo]

My namesake! My mom LOVED this movie, and so do I! :D

[@geraldlynn1827]

Absolutely breathtaking. Sophia Loren will live forever. And the artist singing it is immortal. Thank you God.

[@waikwongleung4050]

Peter O’Toole

[@geraldlynn1827]

@@waikwongleung4050 Simon Gilbert was the singer.

[@heikek6122]

Ich liebe das seit ich 16 bin und bin jetzt 62

[@charlesgruber7157]

A wonderful song. Sophie doesn't hurt either.

[@NeonFraction]

The original broadway version always sounded like he was privately making fun of her because I could never sense any real emotion behind it. It was bombastic, but this one sounds like he genuinely believes what he’s saying. This is personally my favorite version of Don Quixote.

[@thelegoofawesome]

Yes. That is why he believes a SHAVING BASIN is the mystical Golden Helmet of Mambrino. Oh, yes, and he truly believes Aldonza to be his lady Dulcinea. Tell me, he fought a windmill, but called it a giant, to prove how there are virtues in the world? He was insane, at least slightly. It is a good kind of madness, but madness all the same.

[@PrincessLaguia]

I love this song.

[@blackoutrus]

MY SUSAN MY LOVE I WISH I COULD HAVE SUNG THIS FOR YOU WHILE YOU LIVED MY DULCINEA.

[@anagabriella576]

I miss this great actor sniff sniff

[@jayhutchens8140]

Interesting Observation

[@rgaleny]

"It is hard for the rest of us who do not even want to be as good as you." To Gandhi from his wife.

[@shaycf]

Such a beautiful song :')

[@hazelblueyes]

i hope that someday someone sings this about me...

[@heyitsmousey]

I hope you have found your someone

[@hazelblueyes]

@@heyitsmousey maybe, only time will tell.

[@MercedesTAMARALEMPICKA1234]

me encanta

[@Oliveras1943]

Rene desde nueva jersey estados unidos Septiembre 8 2023

[@gboard7]

He sure picked the right looking girl to sing to

[@IamTheMan1st]

My asian friend performed this song, and every girl in the audience melted on the last note. I screamed, "FATHER MY CHILDREN!!!!!!!"

[@mitchellsouphasith3763]

How romantic 💘

[@LaotianLover]

So romantical

[@ZEDSTRIPY]

MY DEAREST AND THE MOST IMPORTANT BEEN YOU ARE MA DOUDOU! JUST TO LOOK AT YOU IS SO IMPORTANT FOR MY UNIVERSE. JUST TO TOUCH YOU IS A MEANING OF MY LIFE, AND TO SAY JE T'AIME FORT POUR TOUJOURS MA DOUDOU IS BIGGEST TRUE THAT I COULD SAY! NEKA SVI ZNAJU! JA TE VOLIM! MI AIM A OU MA DOUDOU! We belong to each other... You are everything to me and i will work on my love that i have just because of you! I WILL KEPT THAT FEELING FOR EVER!!!!

[@FJUD]

que bonita canción

[@RasberrySwirl33]

Cutest song of my life. i freaking love this play too (:

[@davidannderson9796]

How Don Quixote sees her in this song... that is how God sees us! No matter what we have done... we are His precious children, and this is how He sees us! And this is how He wants us to see each other!

[@wilpri]

Men have always scorned women for having sex while seeking it out themselves as a constant.

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

The musical (and movie) "Man of La Mancha" is a fictionalized account about how Miguel de Cervantes wrote "Don Quixote." In real life, Cervantes wrote the book while in prison, and the musical takes it from there. In the musical, Cervantes is thrown in prison and entertains the other prisoners (male and female) with the tales of Don Quixote. Cervantes assigns roles to the other prisoners, with himself taking Don Quixote, and they re-enact the story as he tells it.

[@sibeling73]

simply beautiful...