Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker (2013)
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.
Director: Lily Keber
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: March 14, 2013
Cast
- James Booker - Self (archive footage)
- Dr. John - Self (archive footage)
- Hugh Laurie - Self
- Harry Connick Jr. - Self
- Charles Neville - Self
- Douglas Brinkley - Self
- Ronald Markham - Self
- Cosimo Matassa - Self
Screenplay
Cinematography: David S. White
Editing: Aimée Toledano, Tim Watson
Production: Mairzy Doats Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Instrumental Virtuosity and Focus, Jazz Piano and Improvisation Master
Keywords
jazz, new orleans, louisiana, woman director, piano, james booker
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Who directed Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?
- Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker was directed by Lily Keber.
- Who stars in Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?
- Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker stars James Booker, Dr. John, Hugh Laurie, Harry Connick Jr., Charles Neville, Douglas Brinkley.
- How long is Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?
- Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?
- Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker produced?
- Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?
- The themes of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker include: Instrumental Virtuosity and Focus, Jazz Piano and Improvisation Master.