Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
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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.
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Ratings
IMDB: 7.7TMDB: 7.1
Original Language
English
Director
Producer
Release Date (Premiere)
March 14, 2013