Refugee to CEO: 'The King of Trash' Documentary Inspires, Tours D.C., Orlando

The feature-length documentary, The King of Trash, concludes its private screening tour with stops in Washington, D.C. on June 11 and Orlando, Florida, on June 14, 2026. The film chronicles the extraordinary true story of David Duong and his family, Vietnamese refugees who survived a perilous journey after 1975 and rebuilt their lives to establish California Waste Solutions.

Directed by award-winning cinematographer Errol Webber, the documentary moves beyond a simple success narrative, exploring a lifetime of sacrifice, faith, and family pressures. Audiences have been deeply moved by its raw honesty, recognizing themes of resilience, loss, and the strength required to forge a new future. It emphasizes how success is built through shared dedication across generations.

These final screenings, at the United States Navy Memorial in D.C. and Regal Winter Park Village Stadium in Orlando, will introduce this profound story of refugee resilience, family enterprise, and environmental service. The King of Trash serves as a poignant reminder of the immigrant contribution to America, showcasing how hardship transforms into a lasting legacy of work and community impact.