Bayou Maharajah
UK Cinema Release Date:
Friday 8th July 2016
Age rating / classification to be confirmed
1 hour 30 minutes approx.
Released
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Starring:
James Booker, Joe Boyd, Douglas Brinkley, Harry Connick Jr., Dr. John and Hugh Laurie
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Directed By:
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Written By:
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Produced By:
Lily Keber, Nate Kohn, Ted Morée, Stephen Rose and Mark Sperling
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.