Jean Cocteau
Jean Cocteau (1889–1963) was a French poet, novelist, playwright, designer, and filmmaker central to the 20th-century avant-garde. He wrote novels and plays such as Les Enfants Terribles and directed films including The Blood of a Poet, blending myth, surreal imagery and theatricality.
Quotes by Jean Cocteau
Quotes: 2
We Must Believe in Luck – Jean Cocteau
Cocteau subtly points out that luck does play a role in success, but it is often used as an excuse by those who refuse to acknowledge another’s efforts or skills. [...]
Created on: 3/9/2025
An Obstacle Is Often a Steer That Has a Prelude — Jean Cocteau
The word 'steer' suggests that challenges may not be purely negative forces but rather opportunities for redirection, shaping our progress and decisions in beneficial ways if we pay attention to their underlying meaning. [...]
Created on: 11/15/2024