About Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
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.
Full Cast of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
James Booker
plays Self (archive footage)
Dr. John
plays Self (archive footage)
Hugh Laurie
plays Himself
Harry Connick Jr.
plays Himself
Charles Neville
plays Himself
Douglas Brinkley
plays Himself
Ronald Markham
plays Himself
Cosimo Matassa
plays Himself
Crew of Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
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