Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

7.1

1 hr 30 min

2013-03-14

9

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.

Documentary

Music

Trailers

Characters

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

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