dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Acting / Motion Picture
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture and television industry. The director initially determined, and the AAO concurred, that the evidence did not satisfy the criterion for a significant national or international award, nor did it meet at least three of the six alternative evidentiary criteria required by the regulations.
Criteria Discussed
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Organizations, Critics, Or Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration
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