Wow, "V" the mini-series was a phenomenon, and then it just wasn't and kinda stunk. This video explains why:
OG V struck at just around the right time in both Science Fiction and the Reagan era for folks to really be a colossal hit. How the franchise lost all steam and became something less interesting is a study in Hollywood's lack of understanding of what makes its hits.
Previously:
• Toy Galaxy covers the amazing miniseries 'V'
• The Resistance, 1941 style: the poster for Mister V