"D-War," an action-adventure fantasy film written and directed by Shim Hyung-rae, premiered at the Berlin Film Market before its U.S. release on September 14, 2007. It is the highest-budgeted South Korean film, featuring Jason Behr. Meanwhile, the Foo Fighters released their sixth album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," on September 25, 2007.
Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini’s film ‘The Nanny Diaries’, Beyoncé’s EP ‘Irreemplazable’ released
"The Nanny Diaries," a comedy-drama film released on August 24, 2007, stars Scarlett Johansson as Annie Braddock, who becomes a nanny for Grayer X. It is directed by Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini and based on the novel by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus. Beyoncé's first EP, "Irreemplazable," was released shortly after.
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Phoenix, Arizona native Jordin Sparks wins ‘American Idol’ Season 6
Jordin Sparks, born on December 22, 1986, in Phoenix, Arizona, won "American Idol" Season 6 five months after her 17th birthday. She is the daughter of former NFL player Philippi Sparks and Jodi Wiedmann. Sparks grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and attended Northwest Community Christian High School.
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Tan Chui Mui’s film ‘Love Conquers All’, Gary Chaw’s album ‘Superman’ released
"Love Conquers All," released in Malaysia on December 21, 2006, features Coral Ong Li Whei as Ping, who falls in love with John in Kuala Lumpur while having a boyfriend in Penang. The film, directed by Tan Chui Mui, was showcased at international festivals. Gary Chaw's second album "Superman" followed shortly after.
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Phillip Noyce’s film ‘Catch a Fire’, Guy Sebastian’s album ‘Closer to the Sun’ released
"Catch a Fire," released on October 27, 2006, portrays the apartheid struggle in South Africa, focusing on officer Nic Vos and accused terrorist Patrick Chamusso. Meanwhile, Guy Sebastian’s third album, "Closer to the Sun," came out on October 28, 2006, featuring 14 tracks following his success on "Australian Idol."
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Sofia Coppola’s film ‘Marie Antoinette’, John Legend’s album ‘Once Again’ released
"Marie Antoinette," directed by Sofia Coppola, premiered in the U.S. on October 20, 2006, featuring Kirsten Dunst in the lead role. The film portrays the last queen of France. Meanwhile, John Legend released his second album, "Once Again," on October 24, 2006, showcasing collaborative tracks and featuring 13 songs.
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Allen Coulter’s film ‘Hollywoodland’, Justin Timberlake’s album ‘FutureSex/LoveSounds’ released
"Hollywoodland," directed by Allen Coulter, premiered in Venice on August 31, 2006, and explores the mysterious death of actor George Reeves, portrayed by Ben Affleck. Released alongside Justin Timberlake's second solo album "FutureSex/LoveSounds" on September 8, 2006, the album features 12 tracks showcasing Timberlake's artistic evolution.
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Beyoncé’s album ‘B’Day’, Mike Judge’s film ‘Idiocracy’ film released
"B'Day," released on August 31, 2006, is Beyonce Knowles' second solo album featuring collaborations with Jay-Z. "Idiocracy," a comedy film directed by Mike Judge, debuted on September 1, 2006, showcasing Luke Wilson as a U.S. president among a diverse cast. Both highlights reflect significant cultural releases in 2006.
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Oliver Stone’s film ‘World Trade Center’, Gary Valenciano’s album ‘Relevance’ released
Paramount Pictures released "World Trade Center" on August 9, 2006, detailing the September 11, 2001 attacks and focusing on the rescue of two trapped police officers, portrayed by Nicolas Cage and Michael Peña. Universal Records Philippines released Gary Valenciano's album "Relevance" on August 8, 2006, featuring multiple songs in English and Tagalog.
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Birmingham, Alabama native Taylor Hicks wins ‘American Idol’ Season 5
Taylor Reuben Hicks, born in Birmingham, Alabama, won the fifth season of "American Idol," aired from January to May 2006, becoming its second male winner. Katharine McPhee was the runner-up. The show featured judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, and was originally created by Simon Fuller.
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