Back to the aliens. As everyone knows, the reason so many writers turn to science fiction is get past the censors. It's possible to use sci-fi themes to discuss touchy social issues. For this reason, Kenneth Johnson's Alien Nation is really about tolerance and ethnic diversity. Which doesn't mean you can't enjoy the jokes.

George Francisco and his family are typical immigrants. They want to blend in, learn the language, send their kids to good schools, and fight intolerance. The fact that they come from another planet and get drunk on sour milk is neither here nor there. It was a great show, full of life. I thought you might enjoy the pilot film. It's in ten Youtube segments, just follow the playlist.

Oh, and Star Trek fans: you'll recognise a lot of the actors.