So, it's been mentioned a few times that various directors in Hollywood have had ideas planted/seeded in their heads, which became a movie or series, in order to help us to 'prepare' for what's coming. Star Wars is often cited, as is Star Trek.
So, this thread is one for making suggestions, especially for those lesser known hits!
NOTE - ***NO SPOILERS!!!!!*** (mostly :p)
Personally, I think Babylon 5 is awesome for this!! Numerous species interacting and trying to get along, while there's a much bigger war going on outside that most know nothing about. B5 is a *must watch* series!
The big reveal as to why the Minbari stopped and surrendered when they were about to wipe out the last of Earth's defences is priceless! As is the big reveal of what's under the Vorlon environmental suits (so makes their enigmaticness spot on!)
Battlestar Galactica (either version) is good in many ways as well (although, not as good as B5).
Star Wars... well, of course!
The Matrix... of course!
Your suggestions??