''Pick a Card'', also known as Afula Express, is a 1997 Israeli romantic comedy drama film directed by

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. It stars Zvika Hadar, Esti Zakheim, and

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. Critically acclaimed, it won the Ophir Award for Best Film. The film was selected as the Israeli entry for the

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at the 70th Academy Awards, but was not accepted as a nominee.Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences The movie focuses on aspiring magician David, whose girlfriend Batya wants him to concentrate more on their relationship. David joins up with Romanian immigrant Shimon, hoping that the two of them can form a magic act.

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* 1997 films Israeli comedy-drama films 1997 romantic comedy-drama films {{1990s-romantic-comedy-film-stub