At first, I didn't care much for the show, but it grows on you as you watch it. However, it isn't the greatest anime out there. Check out some Evangelion, Cowboy Bebop, and Escaflowne (I think that's how you spell it). Those are awesome. Also, some good anime movies to check out: Akira (of course), Ghost in the Shell, Ninja Scroll, Vampire Hunter D (original version, the sequel isn't that great but still worth watching if you like the original), and Princess Mononoke.