Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 14, 2013

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Mairzy Doats Productions

Cast

Harry Connick Jr.,Douglas Brinkley,Cosimo Matassa,Charles Neville,Ronald Markham,Hugh Laurie,James Booker,Dr. John

Director

Lily Keber

Writer

Lily Keber,Aimée Toledano,Tim Watson

Producer

Nate Kohn,Lily Keber

Cinematography

David S. White

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt2622390