Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Name: Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2020-06-29
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Rating: 71
Cast: James Booker, Dr. John, Hugh Laurie, Harry Connick Jr., Charles Neville

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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

NR 1 hr 30 minDocumentary, Music

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.

StarringJames BookerDr. JohnHugh Laurie

DirectorLily Keber

WritersLily KeberAimée ToledanoTim Watson

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