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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

2013 • 1h30m Documentary, Music

Rating

7.1/10

Popularity

1

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.

Details

Director

Lily Keber

Screenplay

Tim Watson

Aimée Toledano

Lily Keber

Cast

James Booker

Dr. John

Hugh Laurie

Release date

3/14/2013

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

9