An American Citizen
1992 · 100 min · ★ 7.7 · Drama, Comedy
An Israeli sports journalist befriends an American basketball pro playing in Israel. Although from very different backgrounds, their love for the game deepens their friendship. Each learns to value the other's culture.
Directed by Eitan Green · Written by Eitan Green
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- S Seffie Adir Yige'al
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Icho Avital Yeol Levi -
Chaim Banai Amnon -
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