Best 2007 2009

World of Goo is a physics-based puzzle game developed by 2D Boy. Players strategically arrange interconnected blobs of “goo” to solve challenges and guide them towards goals. The game’s innovative use of physical interactions and creative construction makes it appealing for individuals who enjoy pro...

Kamen Rider W debuted in 2009 as part of the Heisei period’s Kamen Rider Series, following *Kamen Rider Decade*. It aired within the Super Hero Time block alongside *Samurai Sentai Shinkenger* and *Tensou Sentai Goseiger*, concluding its run in 2010. The series marked a significant installment in th...

Coraline is a 2009 stop-motion animated film exploring themes of identity and deception. The movie utilizes intricate hand-crafted puppets to create a visually arresting fantasy world mirroring our own. It’s notable for its unsettling atmosphere and dark fairytale elements appealing to older childre...

Thank You is a South Korean television drama produced in 2007 by MBC. The series explores themes of love, loss, and regret through the intertwined stories of several characters. Starring Jang Hyuk and Gong Hyo-jin, it garnered attention for its melodramatic elements and romantic storylines. It’s pri...

Persepolis tells the story of Marjane Satrapi’s childhood and adolescence during and after the Iranian Revolution. This animated film, based on her graphic memoir, offers a unique perspective on political upheaval and cultural change through the eyes of a young girl. It is notable for its innovative...

Burn Notice is a spy-themed television series that premiered in 2007 on the USA Network. It centers around a former CIA operative, Michael Westen, who is effectively blacklisted and operates from his private island. The show features a cast including Jeffrey Donovan and Bruce Campbell in an espionag...

Live Free or Die Hard is a 2007 action thriller following John McClane as he confronts a terrorist group targeting U.S. infrastructure. The story draws inspiration from a Wired magazine article and continues the series established in *Die Hard with a Vengeance*. It represents the New Hampshire state...

Keith Jarrett’s *Somewhere* features extended, improvised performances by the pianist and drummer Milt Jackson, recorded live in Osaka, Japan in 1975, showcasing a deeply engaging and complex interplay between the trio’s members.

Hasta que el dinero nos separe is a Mexican television drama that originally aired from June 2009 to May 2010. Produced by Televisa, it adapts the Colombian telenovela *Hasta que la plata nos separe*, featuring Pedro Fernández and Itatí Cantoral in the lead roles. The series was created by Emilio La...

Simon Sinek’s ‘Start With Why’ explores how leaders influence by focusing on purpose rather than tactics. The book details a framework for communication centered around identifying and articulating an organization's core reason for being – the “why.” This approach is particularly valuable for busine...

The Sims 3 is a social simulation game created by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts in 2009. It serves as a sequel to The Sims 2 and was initially released for PC platforms before expanding to consoles including PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, Nintendo DS, and 3DS. The game features simulated liv...

DJ Hero is a rhythm video game released in 2009 that simulates turntablism. Players use motion controls to perform remixes of popular songs across genres like hip-hop and electronic music. The game offers over 94 unique tracks for replayability. It’s designed for individuals interested in music prod...

Robert Glasper’s *Double Booked* seamlessly blends his signature Rhodes piano work with contributions from Terrace Jones, Kamasi Washington, and Leo Genovese, creating a dynamic album that explores both soulful improvisation and structured compositions within the framework of post-bop jazz.

FIFA 10 is a football simulation video game developed by EA Canada and published by Electronic Arts. Released in 2009 across multiple platforms including PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, PlayStation 2, Wii, iOS, Nintendo DS, PSP, and mobile phones. The game offered various gameplay modes for different c...

Surgeon Bong Dal-hee is a South Korean medical drama broadcast by SBS in 2007. The series follows the professional and personal life of surgeon Bong Dal-hee as she navigates demanding cases and complex relationships within a hospital setting. Starring Lee Yo-won, it offers an exploration of the chal...

Guitar Hero 5, released in 2009, is a rhythm game developed by Neversoft and published by Activision. It supports cooperative and competitive four-player band gameplay across PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii, and Xbox 360 consoles. New features include drop-in/drop-out play and various scoring mode...

Everybody’s Golf 5 is a sports game developed for the PlayStation 3 as the seventh installment in the series. Released in 2007, it served as a sequel to Everybody’s Golf 4 and was initially launched in Japan to mark the series' tenth anniversary. The North American version included alterations to ch...

Lalola is an Argentine comedy television series that parodies soap operas and telenovelas. Created by América 2, it gained recognition through nine Martín Fierro Awards for comedic programming. The show’s humor draws on familiar elements of melodramatic storylines and heightened character interactio...

Ocean’s Thirteen is a 2007 crime-comedy film featuring an ensemble cast led by George Clooney and Brad Pitt. The movie details a sophisticated heist operation undertaken by Danny Ocean and his crew, presenting intricate planning and action sequences. It appeals to fans of the original Ocean's movies...

“River: The Joni Letters” is a 1993 jazz album by Herbie Hancock featuring instrumental interpretations of songs by Joni Mitchell, exploring the lyrical and melodic complexities of Mitchell’s catalog through a sophisticated harmonic lens.

Sortilegio is a 2009 Mexican telenovela produced by Carla Estrada for Televisa. The series features Jacqueline Bracamontes and William Levy as central characters alongside a cast including David Zepeda and Chantal Andere portraying antagonists within the narrative. It involved six main actors in tot...

Asi is a Turkish dramatic television series focusing on complex family relationships and romantic entanglements. Originally airing from 2007 to 2009, it gained popularity as a telenovela within Turkey. The show’s storylines explore themes of betrayal, love, and social status, primarily appealing to...

The Chosen Children are in shock after the betrayal of Meicoomon, the digital monster who had recently joined their group alongside her human partner, Meiko Mochizuki. Koushirou Izumi is determined to diagnose the infection that took control of Meicoomon. Meanwhile, Takeru Takaishi realizes that his...

Amagami is a Japanese visual novel developed by Enterbrain in 2009. The game centers on a high school student named Haruki who gains the ability to possess the bodies of girls he finds attractive. This mechanic drives the gameplay which focuses on building relationships with various female character...

Robert Glasper’s *In My Element* blends his signature Rhodes piano work with influences from hip-hop and R&B, creating a spacious and subtly textured soundscape featuring collaborations with Terrace Martin and trumpeter Christian Scott III.

The Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 is a rugged, waterproof digital camera featuring a 12.2MP sensor, 5 optical zoom lens, and durable magnesium alloy body designed to withstand drops and extreme temperatures up to 65°F (18°C).

Queen of Housewives was a 2009 South Korean television series produced by MBC. The show centered around the lives of “naejo” housewives, portraying their dedication to husbands’ careers with comedic elements. It ran for twenty episodes from March 2009 through May 2009, airing on Mondays and Tuesdays...

Menekşe ile Halil is a Turkish drama television series broadcast from 2007 to 2008. The show centers on the passionate romance between Menekşe and Halil, exploring themes of love and societal constraints within Turkey. Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ starred as Halil, making it popular with viewers interested in Tu...

Destilando Amor is a Mexican television drama produced in 2007. This series adapts the popular Colombian telenovela *Café con aroma de mujer*, exploring themes of love, family secrets, and social class within a wealthy Mexican setting. It’s notable for its dramatic storytelling and complex character...