V (DVD, 2001)

When this miniseries came out in 1983, I was not into sci-fi at all, but I always had vague memories about this show. Just a few years after the show came and went, I became a big fan of sci-fi. Go figure. Anyway, I picked this up a couple of years ago and I was thoroughly impressed! The story is great (a sort of modern day holocaust, with the aliens as the fascist leaders) and the special effects are very solid after all these years. You will love the characters and how they all relate and react to each other. The only weak point is Marc Singer's corny acting, but that is easily overlooked as he is a pretty cool guy. The main plot is very good and the ending leaves you wanting more. I've always seen the value in sci-fi movies that rely on storytelling instead of being special-effects-laden yawners. ("The Day The Earth Stood Still" is one of the best 'story first' movies, that just happens to have some 'amazing for it's time, but still nifty' effects ;) ) It is one of the coolest movies I own and is highly recommended for sci-fi fans and also anyone who likes a good, unique story.