COCTEAU (Jean) L.A.S. to Marie Bell on printed... Lot 36

COCTEAU (Jean) L.A.S. to Marie Bell on printed letterhead of "Santo-Sospir St Jean Cap-Ferrat tel 251-28", 2 pages (21x27) of 32 lines, Framed under glass. "August 11, 1959 Marie dearest I have just received a lovely letter from Barsacq [director] telling me that he was breaking the rule and would release me at best in September for 2 days, one of which would be the break. But although I consider the absence of a friendly actor a catastrophe for my film (The small cast is so made and without our soup I would have asked you to join us) I do not want to take advantage of the kindness of Barsacq and Paule without your agreement. I know well that it is not [...] in advance - but a line from you would warm my heart. (Jeannot makes the same exception to the rule of [...] I love you and I kiss you. Jean (with his star) Paule has just phoned me her agreement. I wrote to the author and to [...] On the back: P.S. I told Paule that I would wait 1 or 2 years if necessary (and if life gives me life) but that you would play the Terrible Parents. You asked me, Marie, don't forget that I gave you the play. P.S. I would add that [...] would be very sorry not to play this tiny figure."