The Hype Magazine: David Duong’s “The King of Trash” and the Power of Immigrant Resilience

The King of Trash has been featured in Hyper Magazine, spotlighting the film’s focus on immigrant resilience, legacy, and the long road from survival to contribution.

The article highlights the journey of David Duong and his family, not as a story of overnight success, but as one shaped by patience, responsibility, and decades of steady work. It reflects on how the documentary moves beyond business headlines to examine the human experience behind building something meaningful after displacement.

Rather than framing the film as a traditional business profile, Hyper Magazine emphasizes The King of Trash as a story about endurance—how immigrant families rebuild quietly, carry forward their values, and leave an impact that often goes unseen.

👉 Read the full article on Hyper Magazine:

https://www.thehypemagazine.com/2026/01/02/david-duongs-the-king-of-trash-and-the-power-of-immigrant-resilience/