Devyn Bisson

The Zest from Orange Coast magazine · Apr 2, 2026 · 55m

This week, we’re diving into the story of an award-winning filmmaker who grew up in Huntington Beach and has gone on to create deeply emotional documentaries that challenge the way we see athletes, adventure, and the human spirit. From surviving a life-altering surfing accident as a teen to chasing big creative dreams at Chapman and turning a student passion project into a feature-length film that made waves around the world, her journey is all about resilience, storytelling, and doing things differently. She’s an award-winning director, co-founder of Intermaritime Studios, and a professor…