dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Film
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required number of evidentiary criteria. Upon de novo review, the AAO found that the petitioner did not even meet the one criterion the Director had initially granted, concluding that the evidence failed to demonstrate the productions the beneficiary worked on had a distinguished reputation.
Criteria Discussed
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Recognition For Achievements Via Critical Reviews Or Published Material Leading, Starring, Or Critical Role In Distinguished Organizations Or Establishments Significant Recognition For Achievements From Organizations Or Experts
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