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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
2013, Mar 14
1h 30m
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.
Directed by
Lily Keber
Written by
Tim Watson, Aimée Toledano, Lily Keber
Hugh Laurie
Self
Harry Connick Jr.
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Douglas Brinkley
Self
Charles Neville
Self
James Booker
Self (archive footage)
Cosimo Matassa
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Dr. John
Self (archive footage)
Ronald Markham
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