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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

★ 7.1(9)20131h 30m

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Director: Lily Keber
Release date: 2013-03-14
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Mairzy Doats Productions

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker — trailer

About Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker is a 2013 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Lily Keber, starring James Booker, Dr. John and Hugh Laurie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker in Hong Kong — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

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

Themes & keywords

jazznew orleans, louisianawoman directorpianojames booker

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker in Hong Kong?+

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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker is not on Netflix in Hong Kong right now.

How long is Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?+

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

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. and Charles Neville.

When did Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker come out?+

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker is a 2013 movie directed by Lily Keber.

What genre is Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?+

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker?+

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker was directed by Lily Keber.