- But you've been working too long on this tapestry which you started years ago and which never ends. That's right.
- It's the memory of Ulysses which prevents me finishing it.
8 seconds sound clip from the Ulysses (1954) movie soundboard.
You can hear this line at 00:06:43.544 in the DVD version of the movie.
Quote context
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- You see, Penelope, even the storyteller fantasies trouble you.
- Inside you there is still much doubt. But as for us we are quite certain.
- In what land is he held prisoner?
- You promised us that you'd choose one of us for a husband as soon you finish weaving your tapestry.
- It's the memory of Ulysses which prevents me finishing it.
- It's my sorrow and tears, they cloud my eyes. And so my hands work slower.
- If you would only favor one of us with your smile.
- There is not one among you to compare with my father.
- Are we not men too? Have we not also strength and courage, and noble hearts?
- You have certainly one thing: insatiable appetites.
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