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Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963): Opium

Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963): Opium

"To smoke opium is to get out of the train while it is still moving." The great French poet, novelist, dramatist, playwright, and filmmaker kicked his opium addiction in 1929.

In this photo: Jean Cocteau

Photo: Evening Standard/Getty Images

Jan 01, 1960
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