Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker (2013)

Directed by Lily Keber1h 30mDocumentary,Music

Bayou Maharajah explores the life and music of New Orleans piano legend James Booker, the man Dr. John described as "the best black, gay, one-eyed junkie piano genius New Orleans has ever produced." A brilliant pianist, his eccentricities and showmanship belied a life of struggle, prejudice, and isolation. Illustrated with never-before-seen concert footage, rare personal photos and exclusive interviews, the film paints a portrait of this overlooked genius.

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14A
Year
2013
Country
US
Language
English
Release date
14 March 2013
TMDB
7.1 (9)
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James Booker
James Booker
Self (archive footage)
Dr. John
Dr. John
Self (archive footage)
Hugh Laurie
Hugh Laurie
Self
Harry Connick Jr.
Harry Connick Jr.
Self
Charles Neville
Charles Neville
Self
Douglas Brinkley
Douglas Brinkley
Self
R
Ronald Markham
Self
Cosimo Matassa
Cosimo Matassa
Self

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