This is my favorite anime of all time and recently a subbed DVD set in two parts has been released .
It's basically a mix of Star Wars, James Bond, Barbarella and Flash Gordon with a hint of Total Recall. The animation looks great considering it's made in the 80s. The director of anime is Osamu Dezaki who is a legend within the anime industry, and directed other classics like Rose of Versailles and Tomorrow's Joe.
In short, if you like space opera mixed with comedy and hot ladies give it a shot , you won't be disappointed.
Intro video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWnCWjVzNsE