Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
Release Date: 2013-03-14
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.
Rating: 7.1 / 10
Cast
James Booker
as Self (archive footage)
Dr. John
as Self (archive footage)
Hugh Laurie
as Self
Harry Connick Jr.
as Self
Charles Neville
as Self
Crew
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Lily Keber - Director
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Lily Keber - Writer
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Aimée Toledano - Writer
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Tim Watson - Writer
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David S. White - Director of Photography
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