Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Cinematography (2010): did not establish the beneficiary has a demonstrated record
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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 determined that the petitioner did not prove the beneficiary received a significant national or international award, nor did they satisfy at least three of the six alternative evidentiary criteria. The AAO agreed with the director's findings and dismissed the appeal.
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Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition For Achievements From Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration
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