7.1Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker · 2013
Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker (2013) is a Documentary / Music film directed by Lily Keber, starring James Booker, Dr. John, Hugh Laurie.
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7.1Overview
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, Dr. John, Hugh Laurie, Harry Connick Jr., Charles Neville, Douglas Brinkley, Ronald Markham, Cosimo Matassa
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What is "Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker" about?
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.
When was "Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker" released?
Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker was released in 2013.
Who stars in "Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker"?
The cast includes James Booker, Dr. John, Hugh Laurie, Harry Connick Jr..
