Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker (2013)
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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.
Release Date : March 14, 2013
Runtime : 90m
Genre : Documentary, Music
Companies : Mairzy Doats Productions
Countries : United States of America
Keywords : jazz, new orleans, louisiana, woman director, piano, james booker
