EPISODE # 198 - COME WHAT MAY
- Apr 14
- 1 min read
Ralphie May's widow Lahna Turner produces and directs her first feature documentary. April 2024, 24 minutes
Come What May begins as a film about legendary comedian Ralphie May’s weight-loss journey but evolves into something far more profound—a raw and moving exploration of addiction, love, and codependency. Through years of footage and emotional storytelling, widow Lahna Turner crafts a unique hybrid of documentary and biography that reveals the complexities behind a larger-than-life performer. In this candid conversation, Turner shares the decade-long journey of bringing the film to life, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and her innovative approach to distribution—taking the film directly to audiences across the country. It’s an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at storytelling, resilience, and honoring a legacy. Don’t miss this unforgettable episode of Westdoc.
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