EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided January 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN162025_03B2203
Leading or critical roleMetPublished materialMetAwardsNot metExhibitionsNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A music composer sought extraordinary ability classification. The service center accepted published material and leading or critical role, and the appeal contested awards and display of work. The AAO dismissed it because only two criteria were met, fewer than the three needed, and reserved the final merits determination.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Leading or critical role · Service center found this criterion satisfied and the AAO accepted that finding.
- Published material · Service center found this criterion satisfied and the AAO accepted that finding.
What was missing
- Awards · Film festival song award was not shown to carry national or international recognition in the field.
- Exhibitions · Music in streamed films was not shown to be displayed at an artistic exhibition or showcase.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Met | Service center found this criterion satisfied and the AAO accepted that finding. |
 Published material | Met | Service center found this criterion satisfied and the AAO accepted that finding. |
 Awards | Not met | Film festival song award was not shown to carry national or international recognition in the field. |
 Exhibitions | Not met | Music in streamed films was not shown to be displayed at an artistic exhibition or showcase. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Formal determination reserved as unnecessary, though the AAO noted in passing that the aggregate record would not support acclaim. |
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