

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.
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- English
- jazz
- new orleans, louisiana
- woman director
- piano
- james booker
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- PremiereSouth by Southwest Film Festival14 Mar 2013
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- Theatrical14A14 Mar 2013
JapanJP
- Theatrical29 May 2026
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Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker was released on 14 March 2013.
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