Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

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

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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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  • Release Date: 2013-03-14
  • Runtime: 1h 30min
  • Director: Lily Keber

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Cast

  • James Booker

    Self (archive footage)

  • Dr. John

    Self (archive footage)

  • Hugh Laurie

    Self

  • Harry Connick Jr.

    Self

  • Charles Neville

    Self

  • Douglas Brinkley

    Self

  • Ronald Markham

    Self

  • Cosimo Matassa

    Self

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