Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
2013
· ⭐ 6.9 · Votes: 8
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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