Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker poster

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

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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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Status
Released
Budget
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Box office
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Language
English
  • jazz
  • new orleans, louisiana
  • woman director
  • piano
  • james booker

Top billed cast

Behind the camera

Director

Lily Keber

Produced in

United States of America

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Still from Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • PremiereSouth by Southwest Film Festival14 Mar 2013
  • CanadaCA

    • 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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