Bayou Maharajah

Bernie Grant Arts Centre, Town Hall Approach Road, Tottenham Green, London
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The Bernie Grant Arts Centre
Town Hall Approach Road, N15 4RX
Nearest Tube/Rail Stations
Seven Sisters 0.34 miles

Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
1h 30min | Documentary, History, Music

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.

Writers: Lily Keber, Aimée Toledano.

Stars: James Booker, Joe Boyd, Douglas Brinkley

Watch Trailer youtube.com/watch?v=NRSFAAbsRMM

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