Sustained
EB-1B
EB-1B Sustained — Filmmaking (2021): the Director agreed the beneficiary met three evidentiary
Decision Summary
The Director agreed the beneficiary met three evidentiary criteria but denied the petition based on a final merits determination, finding she lacked international recognition. The AAO sustained the appeal, concluding that the totality of the evidence—including major prizes for her films, extensive media coverage, scholarly articles about her work, and her experience as a judge for film festivals—did establish that she is internationally recognized as outstanding.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Major Prizes Or Awards For Outstanding Achievement Published Material Written By Others About The Beneficiary'S Work Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others
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