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

71

1h 30m

  • Documentary,
  • Music

Overview

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.

Cast

  • James Booker

    James Booker

    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

  • Cosimo Matassa

    Cosimo Matassa

    Self

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Status

Released (Mar 14, 2013)

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