dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Film Production
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary had received a significant national or international award or met at least three of the six alternative evidentiary criteria. The AAO affirmed this decision, dismissing the appeal because the submitted evidence did not establish that the beneficiary possesses a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry.
Criteria Discussed
Nomination Or Receipt Of Significant National/International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events With Distinguished Reputation National/International Recognition Via Reviews/Published Material 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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