Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
Genres
Documentary
Music
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
Budget
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Revenue
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Runtime
90 min
Release Date
2013-03-14
Status
Released
Vote Count
9
Vote Average
7.1
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