Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker (2013)


  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2013-03-14
  • User Rating: 7.1/10 from 9 ratings
  • Runtime: 1h 30min
  • Language: English
  • Production Company: Mairzy Doats Productions
  • Production Country: United States of America
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Summary

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.

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Directing Lily Keber Director
Camera David S. White Director of Photography
Production Lily Keber Producer
Editing Tim Watson Editor
Art Melanie Innis Art Direction
Writing Aimée Toledano Writer
Writing Lily Keber Writer
Writing Tim Watson Writer
Editing Aimée Toledano Editor
Production Nate Kohn Producer